AEP has restored power to more than 75% percent of the 50,000 customers who lost power this weekend, one spokesperson says preparation made that possible. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: 12-26 AEP Outages WRAP1-WEB The post AEP skips holiday to restore power over the weekend first appeared on News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR.… Continue Reading
Click HERE to see outages and warming shelters See the latest update from AEP Below. This is the final update regarding this storm Appalachian Power Storm Response Update Monday, December 26, 2022 – 11:45 a.m. Situation More than 1,100 workers remain committed to restoring electric service for nearly 50,000 Appalachian Power customers who lost…… Continue Reading
BEDFORD CO, Va. – Virginia State Police is investigating a single vehicle crash, which resulted in a fatality. The crash occurred Sunday, (Dec 25) at 1:30 a.m. on Route 460, just east of Route 805 in Bedford County. A 1993 Dodge Dakota was traveling east on Route 460, when the vehicle ran off the right…… Continue Reading
(from Roanoke PD) On December 24, 2022, at approximately 6:35 p.m., Roanoke Police were notified by the City of Roanoke E-911 Center of a person with a gunshot wound in the 1100 block of Pilot St NW. Responding officers located an adult male victim with what appeared to be a non-life threatening gunshot wound. Roanoke…… Continue Reading
(from ApCo) Extremely cold temperatures across the region have created extraordinary demands on the power system. We are asking businesses and the public to help by immediately reducing electricity use as much as possible without sacrificing safety. Appalachian Power is making this emergency request in coordination with PJM, the regional power grid operator. We are asking…… Continue Reading
The City of Roanoke, Virginia – Government is coordinating with theCentral Church of the Brethren at 416 Church Ave. (next to swift print) for a warming shelter starting at 6:00pm – 10:00pm. Those in need of warm shelter visit by entering the side door or following the ramp to the rear entrance. In addition to the warm…… Continue Reading
(from ApCo) Situation Approximately 36,000 customers remain without electric service after damaging winds and bitterly cold temperatures caused power outages yesterday across Appalachian Power’s service area. Hundreds of workers from several states will arrive later today and tomorrow to join the more than 1,000-line mechanics, servicers and assessors already dedicated to the restoration effort. In addition…… Continue Reading
(from Roanoke County) Today’s weather event has left many homes across Roanoke County, primarily in the southwest section, without power. Roanoke County will open a WARMING SHELTER on Saturday at South County Library, from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The entrance is on the side of the building. The library itself is closed due to…… Continue Reading
On Christmas Day, the Rescue Mission will prepare to serve hundreds of individuals and families a full Christmas feast (from 11am-1pm). This meal will include ham, sides, dessert and more. This annual tradition at the Rescue Mission has been going on for years, serving thousands of families since it’s beginning, and changing lives into the…… Continue Reading
A Washington Commander who has spent three seasons primarily on the practice squad was emotional when he learned that instead of being cut, he’s been elected to the Pro Bowl as a starter. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. 12-23 Reaves Pro Bowl WRAP The post Special Teams player brought to tears over Pro Bowl selection…… Continue Reading