Blizzard 2016: 'Stay Off the Roads,' City Warns

FALLS CHURCH, VA -- Here’s the latest on Blizzard 2016 from the City of Falls Church on Saturday:

Please stay off of the roads. Our crews are working very hard to clear emergency routes. Plowing operations are hindered by motorists and pedestrians using the roadway.

Please do not drive. Several cars have gotten stuck on our roads, and crews had to plow them out. If you have an emergency and need immediate assistance, please dial 9-1-1.

Also, please note that Commercial Property Owners must not plow snow and ice onto city streets. Police are out patrolling the neighborhoods to ensure that cars, pedestrians, and private company plows are adhering to these safety precautions.

Plowing

Please set your expectations. Snow Emergency Routes get first priority. Residential streets will not start to be plowed until Sunday and Monday. Crews communicate and work with emergency responders in case of calls to residential streets. Thank you for your patience and understanding as crews keep the roads safe for emergency responders.