Governor Youngkin has declared a state of emergency in Virginia in preparation for a powerful winter storm expected to bring significant snow, ice, and freezing temperatures this weekend. Residents are advised to brace for adverse weather conditions with a First Alert Weather Day issued for Sunday evening into Monday. Snow squalls are anticipated to move into Northern Virginia, while the Shenandoah Valley and Hampton Roads are preparing for potentially challenging travel conditions. Local authorities and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are taking proactive measures to treat roads and ensure public safety as the region faces its first substantial snowfall of the season.