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All Alexandria streets are clear of snow as ACPS returns to classrooms today

Published February 24, 2026 at 8:00AM

Wintry morning along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray, Feb. 23, 2026 (staff photo by James Cullum)

Alexandria crews were quick to finish clearing Sunday’s snowfall, aided in part by some warmer temperatures and a lack of “snowcrete.”

As of last night (Monday), all primary, secondary and residential streets have been cleared, as well as Alexandria City Public Schools buildings, bus stops, city facilities and adjacent sidewalks, according to a city announcement. Roads are clear as ACPS students and staff make a return to classrooms today on normal schedules, following yesterday’s synchronous learning plans.

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Alexandria snow removal crews turn focus to intersections and West End today

By Katie Taranto

Published February 4, 2026 at 12:30PM

Alexandria crews continue to work on snow and ice removal in late January 2026 (via City of Alexandria)

Alexandria crews are continuing to remove snow throughout the city today (Wednesday), with plans to address snow piles affecting some of the city’s 2,000 intersections.

As of this morning, crews have already hauled out more than 5,000 loads of snow, Mayor Alyia Gaskins said on social media. Efforts today will zero in on clearing intersections and the city’s West End, she said.

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Alexandria temporarily suspends sidewalk enforcement while ‘Snow Buddy’ requests rise

By Katie Taranto

Published January 29, 2026 at 3:45PM

Sage Goyda and son participate in the Snow Buddy Program (courtesy of Volunteer Alexandria)

Alexandria has temporarily suspended its sidewalk-clearing requirements but is encouraging residents to help clear snow across the city, as the Snow Buddy Program is experiencing an uptick in assistance requests this week.

The city typically requires residents, businesses and property owners to clear sidewalks, driveways and entrances within 24 to 72 hours after snowfall, but enforcement is on pause, according to a city announcement this afternoon (Thursday). This comes as Volunteer Alexandria’s snow removal initiative has seen at least 25 new applications for help over the past few days.

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Heavy sleet followed by refreezes hinder Alexandria’s response to ‘unprecedented’ storm

By Katie Taranto

Published January 28, 2026 at 11:30AM | Updated January 28, 2026 at 12:06PM

Alexandria crews continue to work on snow and ice removal in late January 2026 (via City of Alexandria)

The City of Alexandria is continuing around-the-clock snow removal operations after last weekend’s winter storm brought an “unprecedented amount of sleet and freezing rain” to the region, City Manager Jim Parajon said.

The storm was “unlike anything that we’ve experienced since the mid-1990s,” Parajon told City Council last night (Tuesday) during a report on Alexandria’s snow preparedness and response efforts. Hours of freezing rain and sleet on top of the city’s 7 inches of snow had limited the effectiveness of plows.

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City manager will give snow response update at virtual City Council meeting tonight

By Katie Taranto

Published January 27, 2026 at 3:50PM

Snow removal in Old Town, Jan. 25, 2026 (staff photo by James Cullum)

City Manager Jim Parajon is expected to deliver an update about snow response efforts in the City of Alexandria this evening (Tuesday).

Parajon is scheduled to provide the update during City Council’s legislative meeting, which will take place virtually at 7 p.m. The update will detail how the city prepared for snow, “what we have seen, where we need to amp up the response, and what you can expect over the next few days,” Mayor Alyia Gaskins said today on social media.

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Alexandria facilities remain closed Tuesday as city slides trash collection another day

By Katie Taranto

Published January 26, 2026 at 7:25PM | Updated January 26, 2026 at 9:13PM

Snowy day at the 1600 block of King Street in Old Town, Jan. 25, 2026 (staff photo by James Cullum)

Waste will not be collected in Alexandria tomorrow (Tuesday) as city offices, courts, facilities, libraries and public schools plan to remain closed another day due to icy, inclement weather.

Trash, recycling and yard waste collection will “slide” by two days as crews continue to remove ice and snow, the City of Alexandria announced shortly after 7 p.m.

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Snowplows roving Alexandria after several inches of overnight snowfall

By Katie Taranto

Published January 25, 2026 at 9:45AM | Updated January 25, 2026 at 10:07AM

Snowplow in Alexandria, Jan. 25, 2026 (staff photo by James Cullum)

Alexandria’s snow and ice removal teams are out in the city this morning (Sunday) following heavy overnight snowfall from Winter Storm Fern.

The city is advising residents to limit travel as crews travel to remove several inches of snowfall — at least 5.5 inches in Alexandria as of 8:25 a.m., according to trained spotters with the National Weather Service.

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Alexandria declares Snow Emergency, requiring vehicle removal on emergency routes

By Katie Taranto

Published January 24, 2026 at 12:15PM

Richmond Highway, Jan. 6, 2025 (staff photo by James Cullum)

The City of Alexandria has declared a Snow Emergency ahead of this weekend’s forecasted winter storm, requiring all vehicles to be removed from the city’s snow emergency routes by 10 p.m. tonight (Saturday).

An estimated 7 to 14 inches of “widespread significant snow” and sleet are expected to fall over the D.C. region this evening, leading to potential ice on Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. In Alexandria, parking will be prohibited on the city’s snow emergency routes to allow for plowing and treatment.

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Alexandria pretreats roads for snow as Gov. Spanberger declares state of emergency

By Katie Taranto

Published January 22, 2026 at 3:45PM

Cars covered in snow in Alexandria on Jan. 6, 2025 (staff photo by James Cullum)

Alexandria is preparing to face this weekend’s looming snowstorm, which is forecasted to bring several inches of snow to the D.C. area and has prompted Gov. Abigail Spanberger to declare a state of emergency today (Thursday).

City staff are currently brining and treating “priority routes, hills, and bridges,” in preparation for the storm, which is expected to sweep the Beltway area with 5 to 10 inches of snow between Saturday night and early Monday, according to Capital Weather Gang. Earlier today, Spanberger signed an executive order mobilizing state agencies, local governments and utility partners to coordinate preparedness and response efforts.

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Snowfall continues in Alexandria ahead of holiday parade weekend

By Katie Taranto

Published December 5, 2025 at 11:15AM

Snowfall in Alexandria on Dec. 5, 2025 (staff photo by James Cullum)

It’s a marshmallow world in Alexandria this morning (Friday) as the snowy regional forecast is expected to continue into the afternoon.

The National Weather Service’s Winter Weather Advisory will remain in effect until 4 p.m. today, with total snow accumulation estimated around one inch. As a result, residents should “plan on slippery road conditions.”

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Alexandria’s annual snowplow training takes place tomorrow

By Katie Taranto

Published December 4, 2025 at 1:45PM

A snow plow drives up Richmond Highway, Jan. 6, 2025 (staff photo by James Cullum)

Snowplows will be roving around Alexandria tomorrow morning (Friday) as part of an annual training exercise.

The “dry run” training is part of the Department of Transportation & Environmental Services’ yearly effort to prepare for winter weather. Residents should expect to see plows and other “winter response vehicles” on the streets, according to a city announcement.