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Winter Storm 2013: Manassas Forecast, Snowfall, Roads, Radar, More

Collecting all the information you need for this week's snow storm.

Latest: More rain and snow is in the forecast for the Manassas area tonight, but no more significant accumulations are expected by the National Weather Service.

Closed: Manassas City Public Schools are closed Thursday due to dangerous road conditions. Prince William County Public Schools will also be closed Thursday.

Emergency: A snow emergency has been issued for the City of Manassas. A snow emergency indicates that cars parked along designated snow emergency routes are subject to towing and fines.

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Radar: The latest weather radar from the National Weather Service shows storm clouds heading toward the region. The worst of the snow will be overnight as temperatures cool.

Shopping: Stocking up with food for the snow storm is a must, particularly when power outages are a threat and roads may be dangerous. Top of our list: canned food and peanut butter.

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Driving: The Virginia State Police has tips for driving in winter weather. Top of the list is to drive for conditions: slow down in inclement weather. Additionally a snow emergency is in effect for the city of Manassas. This means no one can park along a snow route.

Flying: Travelers should plan for flight delays. Weather in and around Chicago is affecting flights from Reagan, Dulles and BWI airports. Specifically, the Federal Aviation Administration is reporting delays at Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports, Milwaukee and Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Power Outages: R. Do not report outages via social media pages.

Schools:


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