⚠️ STORM RECOVERY UPDATE – DOWNED TREES & POWER LINES ⚠️

Following this evening’s storms, the City of Hopewell received multiple reports of downed trees, power lines, and power outages throughout the city.

City crews and utility personnel are actively working to clear roadways, address hazards, and restore power to affected areas. Please use caution while traveling and avoid areas where crews are working.

For your safety:
• Stay away from all downed trees and power lines.
• Always assume a downed power line is energized.
• Do not drive over or attempt to move downed power lines.
• Keep children and pets away from damaged trees, wires, and utility equipment.
• If you encounter a blocked roadway, turn around and use an alternate route.

Hopewell Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, August 11.

Please allow City and utility crews room to work safely as storm cleanup and power restoration efforts continue.

Continue to monitor Hopewell Alerts and official City of Hopewell communications for additional updates.