NORFOLK, VA – The City of Norfolk is making necessary preparations as tropical storm conditions are anticipated to move into the area.
Public Works crews are clearing drains and ditches. Vactor trucks will operate all day Friday and remain on-call throughout the weekend, as will pump station staff and additional operations crews. The Nauticus pedestrian flood gate will be closed starting Friday morning.
The York Street Garage will open at no cost to residents who need to move their vehicles to higher ground starting at 9 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 22. This will remain in place until Sunday, Sept. 24 at 9 a.m.
Trash collection scheduled for Friday, Sept. 22, will be collected as usual. Residents should ensure that all items are bagged before placed in waste bins.
For updates, residents should sign up for Norfolk Alert at www.norfolk.gov/alert or text NORFOLKVA to 888-777. Residents can also visit www.norfolk.gov and follow the City’s social media platforms.