As of 11 a.m. on Jan. 9, 2025, there are approximately 300 total power outages in Bedford County. Both Southside Electric and Appalachian Power anticipate that all power will be restored by the end of the day.
Some Warming Shelter Operations Continue
Palestine Baptist Church (9244 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy, Huddleston) has extended its hours today (Jan. 9) and will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. as a warming station. Palestine will also be open from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. tomorrow (Jan. 10). Showers are available.
EastLake Community Church (1201 Timberwood Ln., Moneta) will not be open tonight (Jan. 9) or tomorrow night (Jan. 10) but will be on standby in the event that more power outages occur during Friday/Saturday’s expected snow.
Bedford's Winter Warming Shelter (112 Center St., Bedford) remains open and will stay open 24/7 through Monday morning. The shelter has cots/blankets, food, showers, and laundry facilities. Pets are welcome. This is a ministry of St. John's Episcopal Church and Bedford Presbyterian provides the building.
Sheriff’s Office Patrols
Today (Jan. 9), Bedford County deputies will continue making follow-up visits to check on approximately 8-10 residents who were identified as needing assistance during patrols this week.
If you know of someone in your area who needs assistance, call our non-emergency dispatch line at 540-586-7827.
Waste Management Services Restored
Bedford County’s Waste Management Facility and all gated waste collection centers now have power. Due to the extremely low temperatures, there are still isolated patches of ice at some waste collection centers.
Waste collection centers may have a delayed opening on Saturday due to the weather. Monitor Facebook or the Bedford County website for updates.
