Latest Update

10:15 a.m. Update

Power has been restored to those affected.

Past Updates

Southbound lanes and one northbound lane of Military Highway are now open.

Thank you, Virginia Natural Gas (VNG) and Dominion Energy for their quick response in coordination with Virginia Beach public safety and Public Works teams.

What is happening now? VNG has secured the leak and is working to repair the pipe. Dominion Energy is working in conjunction with VNG to safely return power to impacted area, which will take time. Thank you for your patience.

Notifications

General Information

Currently

  • No injuries have been reported as a result of this incident.
  • Electric power has been turned off to a small area at the 700 block of Military Highway. Approximately 700 locations, to include businesses and residences, are without power.
  • The City is actively working with Virginia Natural Gas (VNG) to assess the extent of the impacts.
  • City response resources have been mobilized.
  • Emergency Response Plans have been activated.

The City of Virginia Beach's top response priorities are to:

  • Ensure the safety of City residents and the public.
  • Ensure the safety of all responders and City personnel on the scene.
  • Control and contain the incident and conduct appropriate recovery actions using established response plans.
  • Reopen roads and restore power as soon as possible.

Inquiries

Contact Virginia Beach 311
Phone: 757-385-3111
Email: vb311@vbgov.com

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