Wintergreen Police Department

The Wintergreen Police Department is a private law enforcement agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia. Always dial 911 in an emergency.

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Every year during the second week of April, the telecommunications personnel in the public/private safety community are honored.
If you know a dispatcher be sure to tell them thank you this week. #IAM911 #911communicators #1stfirstresponder #ThankyouDispatch #NPSTW2021

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Beware of Phone or E-mail Scams!

If a friend or business associate asks you for personal information, pick up the phone and verify the request actually came from them.
#scam #scammer #fraud #scamalert #scammeralert #fake #money #fakeaccount #spam #cybersecurity #identitytheft

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Enjoy the sun today because tomorrow will be a different story. Our area is in a winter storm warning. This can impact your travel plans. #Readingday #blueridgemountains #winterdriving #SlowDown #DriveToArrive #Snow #ice #safedriving #sunrise

[NWS Baltimore-Washington @NWS_BaltWash]

High pressure will keep the weather quiet today, but low pressure will bring a winter storm for Thursday. Keep up-to-date on our latest forecast at https://t.co/ZOlvERZ7E7

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Traffic is moving on Beech Grove Rd. @ Reeds Gap Rd. VDOT crews are still clearing the path. Continue to use caution. #blueridgemountains #winterdriving #SlowDown #Ice #safedriving @WintergreenVA @BlueRidgeLife

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Looks like just over a 1/2 inch of ice on the trees & ground brush. This photo was taken at the top of Beech Grove Road & Reeds Gap Road. #VAwx @BlueRidgeLife #blueridgemountains #winterdriving #ice #winterstorm

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Road closure. Ice on trees have brought them down on Beech Grove Road - from Wintergreen Drive to the top of Reeds Gap Raod. VDOT has put out cones to block this route. Check back on their website for updates. https://t.co/NMf1MmreDj. #VAwx @WintergreenVA @BlueRidgeLife

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

The wintery mix/freezing drizzle are making for slick roadways. Road crews have been out working since last night. Driving Tip:
Move off in second gear as this will help reduce wheel slip. #VAwx #SlowDown #DriveToArrive #icy #safedriving @WintergreenVA @BlueRidgeLife

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

A good 5” of snow fell last night. If you have to leave your house/office take it slow. Driving Tip: If you do encounter a skid, steer gently into it - Do not take your hands off the steering wheel or stamp your foot on the brakes. #VAwx @WintergreenVA @BlueRidgeLife #snow

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Around 3-4 inches. These photos were taken at 0730 on Blackrock Dr. The snow removal crew has been out in full force since the first snowflake dropped. #VAwx #blueridgemountains #winterdriving #SlowDown #DriveToArrive #Snow #safedriving @WintergreenVA @BlueRidgeLife

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

This weekend is looking sporty. Winter driving tip: Use a low gear for going downhill and try to avoid braking unless necessary, make sure you leave plenty of space between you and the car in front. #blueridgemountains #winterdriving #SlowDown #DriveToArrive @WintergreenVA

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

At 0200 we have one inch of snow on the mountain. This dash cam video was taken in the 4600 block of Beech Grove Road. #VAwx #blueridgemountains #winterdriving #SlowDown #DriveToArrive #safedriving @WintergreenVA @BlueRidgeLife

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

There’s a chance of light snow tonight into Thursday (1/28/21) morning. #blueridgemountains #winterdriving #SlowDown #DriveToArrive #safedriving @WintergreenVA ❄️ Take it slow
❄️ Clean snow off your vehicle
❄️ Allow extra braking distance
❄️ Buckle up

[Brent Watts @wattsupbrent]

FORECAST MODEL: Hour-by-hour overnight snow timing (no audio)

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Temperatures are rising & the freezing rain has stopped. The roadways are shaping up for driving. Caution still must be used - as the ice breaks off the trees. Looks like the ice accumulation was about half an inch. #VAwx #blueridgemountains @WintergreenVA @BlueRidgeLife

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Be more observant. Visability is often limited in winter weather conditions. Slow down and watch for other vehicles & debris. #VAwx #blueridgemountains #winterdriving #SlowDown #DriveToArrive #Icy #safedriving #TipTuesday @WintergreenVA @BlueRidgeLife

[ShenandoahNPS @ShenandoahNPS]

All of Skyline Drive is closed.

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

When climbing slippery hills maintaining momentum is key to getting through. If you stop or pause, you may not be able to get going again. #safedriving #drivingtips #wintergreenresortva #winterstorm #blueridgemountains #winterdriving

[NWS Baltimore-Washington @NWS_BaltWash]

Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories are now in effect this afternoon and tonight for the shaded areas. Check https://t.co/5RyZgoXicj for the latest details on this snowy and icy day and night ahead.

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Our area is in a Ice Storm Warning. Use extreme caution if you have to drive today. #wintergreenresortva #icestorm #winterdriving #blueridgemountains #safedriving #WintergreenVA

[NWS Baltimore-Washington @NWS_BaltWash]

Ice accretion will create hazardous travel conditions and potential tree damage across the higher elevations today.

Elsewhere, expect a chilly rain to develop with temperatures remaining in the 30s to lower 40s.

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Our area is expected to get some icy weather tomorrow 1/1/2021. TIP: Do not use cruise control when driving on slippery surfaces, such as ice and snow. #safedriving #winterdriving #wintergreenresortva https://t.co/tu1bNLMkS9

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Snow, sleet and ice are extremely treacherous and should be treated with great caution. Increase your following distance. It is best to increase your distance to about eight seconds. #safedriving #slowdown #winterdriving #drivingtips #WintergreenVA #VAwx

[Wintergreen Police Department @WintergreenPol1]

Reeds Gap is currently closed. There is a tractor trailer blocking both lanes. VDOT is on location and will inform us when the roadway is back open. 12/17/2020 0730 #roadblocked #vdot #blueridgemountains #wintergreenva