Now that the sun is down, winds have become less gusty. This trend will continue into tonight...midnight winds will be 10 to 15 mph, then 5 to 10 mph by tomorrow morning. Highest gust in Richmond was 44 mph recorded earlier this afternoon!
Most of the flurries have also exited the area and we will have mainly clear skies for the rest of tonight.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Isolated Snow Showers In The Area
A few pockets of flurries have been popping up across the area. Temperatures are well above freezing, so this is all melting on impact. The chance for flurries will quickly diminish after sunset.
Here is some video of some snow captured on cell phone by Jamie Buckmaster in Chesterfield. Thanks for sending it in!
Here is some video of some snow captured on cell phone by Jamie Buckmaster in Chesterfield. Thanks for sending it in!
Damaging Winds Possible Today
(Updated Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 10:32 a.m.)
A Wind Advisory is in effect until 10 p.m. Wednesday for all of Central Virginia. Winds will continue to increase in speed late Wednesday morning, with gusts up to 50+ at times through the day. Sustained winds will be from the West to Northwest at 30 to 40 mph. These winds will be strong enough to cause some power outages and make driving difficult at times. Secure any loose or lightweight items outdoors, including garbage cans, remaining Christmas decorations, and patio furniture. Stay with CBS 6, we'll keep you ahead of the storm.
A list of counties affected can be found here: http://www.wtvr.com/global/weatheralerts.asp?CountyID=cid2949321
--Carrie
In other weather news...
If you can brave the blustery winds this evening, step outside and look Southwest at sunset for the waxing crescent Moon and the planet Venus, which will appear as a bright dot just below the Moon. The map to the left shows what other stellar objects will be in your view (image SpaceWeather.com).
Bundle up if you are heading outside to check out the Moon and Venus, or to watch the ball rise in Carytown tonight. Temperatures will be in the 20's at Midnight. Happy New Year!
--Carrie
A Wind Advisory is in effect until 10 p.m. Wednesday for all of Central Virginia. Winds will continue to increase in speed late Wednesday morning, with gusts up to 50+ at times through the day. Sustained winds will be from the West to Northwest at 30 to 40 mph. These winds will be strong enough to cause some power outages and make driving difficult at times. Secure any loose or lightweight items outdoors, including garbage cans, remaining Christmas decorations, and patio furniture. Stay with CBS 6, we'll keep you ahead of the storm.
A list of counties affected can be found here: http://www.wtvr.com/global/weatheralerts.asp?CountyID=cid2949321
--Carrie
In other weather news...
If you can brave the blustery winds this evening, step outside and look Southwest at sunset for the waxing crescent Moon and the planet Venus, which will appear as a bright dot just below the Moon. The map to the left shows what other stellar objects will be in your view (image SpaceWeather.com).
Bundle up if you are heading outside to check out the Moon and Venus, or to watch the ball rise in Carytown tonight. Temperatures will be in the 20's at Midnight. Happy New Year!
--Carrie
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