Experts said by declaring a state of emergency well ahead of time, it allows the governor to request aid at a much faster pace.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin has declared a state of emergency as the Commonwealth braces for a winter storm. Virginia is expected to see snow, freezing rain, ice and excessive rainfall that could lead to flooding, power outages and hazardous travel conditions. In our region, snowfall totals appear to be between 3 to 6 inches for the majority of the region.

With a powerful winter storm set to bring up to 6 inches of snow, ice, and flooding across Virginia, Gov. Glenn Youngkin has declared a state of emergency, mobilizing resources to prepare for hazardous conditions expected to hit overnight Monday into Tuesday.