Gov. Northam issues State of Emergency in anticipation of remnants from Ida

RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) — Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam has issued a State of Emergency Tuesday afternoon in anticipation of the remnants from Tropical Depression Ida.

Ida is expected to cause heavy rains and flooding along the I-81 and I-66. There is also a risk of tornadoes across the Commonwealth late Tuesday night through Wednesday.

“While we’re fortunate in Virginia to have avoided the hurricane itself, heavy rainfall is expected to cause additional flash flooding and dangerous conditions in portions of the Commonwealth," said Governor Northam.

"I’m grateful to the first responders and rescue crews currently on the ground, and I urge Virginians in these regions to stay alert.” Heavy rainfall has already caused flash flooding in Buchanan County on the coast of Virginia.

The state of emergency will allow Virginia to "mobilize resources and to deploy people and equipment to assist in response and recovery efforts. The declaration also allows officials from Virginia to coordinate planning and evacuation resources with our state and local partners. This action does not apply to individuals or private businesses. 

The full text of Executive Order 81 here.

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