Vance County Schools cancels all after school activities
All after school activities scheduled for today in Vance County Schools have been cancelled due to the forecast for inclement weather.
Thank you,
Terri Hedrick
Public Information Officer
Precip to start Sooner; Snowfall Estimates Higher
Precip to start Sooner; Snowfall Estimates Higher
Brian Short is the Director of Emergency Operations for Vance County and Henderson. He has attached here – click here – the latest weather synopsis from the NWS for the winter storm that is headed our way.
Short has been communicating regularly with emergency preparedness teams, local officials and local media over the last few days, and in his most recent email update, Short said, “Presently we are under a Winter Storm Warning. The timing of the event remains roughly the same, but as you can see our snowfall estimates have increased noticeably overnight.
“At this time we have no plans to open any shelters as we do not expect widespread power outages. Once the snow begins we are encouraging residents to stay off the roads. Snow accumulations are forecast to be heavy. Unnecessary travel during wintry conditions not only puts the driver at risk it also hampers road clearing efforts.
“We will be continuing to coordinate with local and State response agencies throughout the storm and will continue to forward along additional information as it is received.”
Additionally, if you are a member of a local emergency preparedness team or a local public official in need of anything further, you are reminded to contact Short directly.
Winter Storm Warning Issued; Vance Preparing
Winter Storm Warning Issued; Vance Preparing
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN RALEIGH HAS ISSUED A WINTER STORM WARNING…WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM FRIDAY TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY – click here for more
Brian Short, Director of Emergency Management for Vance County and Henderson, has provided the latest briefing from the NWS regarding the winter weather event that will be moving into the area tomorrow and into Saturday.
Click here for the latest National Weather Service briefing – 4:15 p.m., January 5, 2016
In his afternoon email to local preparedness groups and local media, Short said, “Our snowfall totals have increased a little throughout the day and there is certainly the potential for us to receive substantial snowfall by the time this event finally subsides late in the day on Saturday.
“We have spent the majority of the day today coordinating with our local and State response partners. If this event does not diminish or worsens by tomorrow, we will likely be implementing a local State of Emergency that would remain in place as long as needed.
“We have no plans to open shelters at this time. This is the posture that we typically take during winter weather events especially when the likelihood of widespread (power) outages is not expected.
“The 911 communications center will be overstaffed and will remain overstaffed as long as it is warranted. We remain poised to take further action if it should become necessary.
“We do ask that once the snow begins to fall, that everyone please stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary as travel will likely become hazardous. This will also allow our road crews to do their jobs and scrape the roads as effectively as they can.
“Additional information will be forwarded along as it is received.”
Significant Snow Forecast
Significant Snow Forecast
Brian Short is the Director of Emergency Operations for Vance County and Henderson. Short passed along the latest NWS briefing by email this morning to local emergency preparedness personnel and local media.
Click Here for the brief from 5 a.m. today, January 5, 2016.
Short said, “Attached is the latest from the NWS regarding a significant winter weather event that will be affecting our area of the state Friday night and into Saturday. As you can see, we are forecast to receive a significant accumulation of snow but thankfully no ice or freezing rain. However, snowfall of this magnitude certainly causes its own problems.
“We will be coordinating with our local and State response partners throughout the day today while continuing to monitor the system. Further updates will be released as they are received.”
As of this writing, WRAL-TV and it’s team of meteorologists have produced a story and accumulation graphic, and you can click the links to view their content.
Networking the Name of the Game at H/V Chamber’s next Luncheon
The Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce invite you, your guests and any other business leaders who are interested in helping their business grow to come out and join us for the Chamber’s Networking luncheon. Meet other business professionals and exchange information and ideas.
This Quarterly Membership Networking luncheon is sponsored by Prim Development and Residential Rentals and will be featuring keynote speakers, County Commissioner Tommy Hester and City Councilman Mike Inscoe. This will be a unique opportunity to hear from them as they share their thoughts on what is happening with the local economic climate along with their vision for the growth and future of Henderson and Vance County as they continue to build the area into a strong regional partner with a prosperous future. This is an excellent opportunity for us to evaluate where we’ve been and get the community involved in where we’re going.
Bring plenty of business cards and get ready to make lots of new connections at our Chamber Networking Luncheon. Our quarterly Member Networking Luncheon is designed to facilitate conversations and connection among Chamber members. Attendees at the luncheon will be able to strengthen business relationships, hear topical speakers and enjoy a delicious meal. The luncheon is all about business and building relationships!
Annette Roberson said, “It’s also an excellent opportunity to showcase your business, promote your products, and find that next business partner or unexpected supplier for your business needs. Sponsor one of our luncheons! Exhibiting at this Member Networking Luncheon is just one way that you can connect with lots of members in one place.”
The luncheon will be held at the Henderson Country Club on Thursday, January 12th. The event will last from 12 noon until 1:30 p.m. Tickets for Chamber members are $20 per person. Tickets are $25 per person for non-members.
For more information, please contact Annette Roberson at annette@hendersonvance.org or call 252-438-8414.
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