475 car crashes were reported throughout the weekend's winter weather event, Virginia State Police said Monday morning.
Virginia State Police say 113 crashes were reported in Hampton Roads, nine of which resulted in injuries. In total, 36 of the 475 crashes resulted in injuries.
Additionally, Virginia State Police advised for drivers to remain off the roads until at least 10 a.m. Monday.
Regional breakdown of crashes reported for the duration of the storm, according to Virginia State Police:
Northern Virginia:
- 56 crashes, four with injuries, one fatal crash.
- Winter weather is not being looked at as a factor in the fatal crash, according to Virginia State Police. The crash happened on I-496 northbound near Backlick Road in Fairfax County around 8:24 p.m. on Saturday. The vehicle — which was traveling from I-395 southbound to I-495 northbound — went off the road after losing control; it hit a wall before striking a stopped tractor-trailer. The driver was sent to the hospital where he later died, according to Virginia State Police.
Central Virginia/Richmond:
- 100 crashes, three with injuries.
Northwest Virginia/Winchester/Harrisonburg:
- 39 crashes, four with injuries.
Central/Western Virginia/Appomattox:
- 48 crashes, six with injuries.
Southwest Virginia:
- 64 crashes, five with injuries.
Western Virginia/Roanoke:
- 55 crashes, five with injuries.
"If you are on the roads, give VDOT trucks and emergency crews room to do their jobs. Also understand that storm impacts could delay emergency response to stranded motorists," Virginia State Police said in a statement sent to News 3.
