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Extensive damage was reported across the city of Colonial Heights with multiple large trees down, especially in the area of Southpark Mall. In addition, multiple power lines and traffic signals were downed. Widespread power outages were reported in the city.
Colonial Heights sustained significant damage as wind gusts up to 60 mph (52 knots) were reported. Emergency Managers reported numerous trees and electric wires were down with most of the city without power. The most significant damage was sustained by six homes from falling trees. A large tree was also downed, blocking the Southpark Mall exit on Interstate 95.
Numerous trees and power lines were downed. Structural damage also occurred.
Power lines and traffic lights were downed at the intersection of the Boulevard and Lakeview Avenue. Also, a tree was downed on a house.
Several trees were downed all over the city, and power lines were downed along Pickett Avenue.
News
Storm causes traffic delays, crashes, power outages for thousands | WRIC ABC 8News Open Navigation Close Navigation
An evening storm Sunday night with strong winds caused problems on area roads for drivers and also residents at home.
Less muggy conditions as cold front arrives in DC area following wet commute - WTOP News
It was a slick afternoon commute for many drivers Tuesday night as storms rumbled through the D.C. region. Here’s what you need to know.
Widespread tree damage, thousands still without power after Tuesday storms - WTOP News
The D.C. region is picking up the pieces after thunderstorms brought destructive wind gusts Tuesday evening, downing trees, severing power lines and leaving tens of thousands in the dark through the overnight hours.
Power being restored across DC area after storms - WTOP News
Power is being restored to the area after thousands were left without electricity in the wake of thunderstorms that hit the D.C. area Saturday night.
More than 70,000 report power outages in metro Richmond and Tri-Cities | WRIC ABC 8News Open Navigation Close Navigation
More than 20 thousand customers are currently without power due to severe thunderstorms ripping across the commonwealth.
Thursday storms brought brief flooding, damaging winds, hail and power outages to DC region - WTOP News
Strong thunderstorms are moving through the D.C. region, posing a risk of damaging winds and small hail through Thursday evening.
Thousands in Virginia still without power - WTOP News
Thousands of Virginians remain without power Monday morning after a storm thundered its way through the area Sunday night.
Flood warnings, power outages remain after severe thunderstorms pass through DC - WTOP News
Strong thunderstorms are in Sunday evening’s forecast, capping off an unusually hot and humid spring weekend for the D.C. region. See the latest forecast.
It’s back: More snow in the forecast for the DC region - WTOP News
Roads could be a little icy Wednesday morning. Expect to see more snow and ice melting Wednesday in D.C. as afternoon temperatures climb into the 40s.
More wintry weather expected as DC recovers from storm - WTOP News
A day after Monday’s record snowfall in the region, drivers remained stuck on a 50-mile stretch of Interstate 95 in Virginia and thousands of homes and businesses were without power. And while the region has had a chance to thaw somewhat today, conditions are expected to get dicey yet again,
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Colonial Heights, Virginia
| City | Colonial Heights |
| County | Colonial Heights |
| State | Virginia (VA) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 23834 |
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