Central Virginia experienced a winter storm on Feb. 19-20, with snow falling before sunrise. The storm led to dangerous road conditions and prompted a Winter Storm Warning until Thursday at 6 p.m. The forecast predicted 3 to 6 inches of snow in Metro-Richmond, while southeastern areas could see 9 to 12 inches. Temperatures remained below freezing throughout the day. Virginia State Police responded to over 50 crashes due to the winter weather, and some flights at Richmond International Airport were canceled. CBS 6 Chief Meteorologist Zach Daniel provided updates on the snowfall projections, warning of slick roads and cold temperatures. The snow was expected to come in two waves, with the main wave during daylight hours on Wednesday and a lighter round on Thursday morning. The storm was projected to clear up by Thursday evening. Readers were encouraged to share their thoughts on the storm, and a reminder was issued to check for delays and cancellations with airlines, allow extra time for travel, and use caution on roads and sidewalks. Overall, the community was advised to stay safe during the winter storm.
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