President Joe Biden has approved a federal emergency declaration for the Commonwealth of Virginia

Currently, Galax and Pulaski County have issued states of emergency due to Helene.

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday that he would be declaring a state of Emergency for the Commonwealth in anticipation of impacts from Hurricane Helene.

Governor Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency for the Commonwealth of Virginia based on National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center forecasts that indicate a tropical storm with significant rainfall and flooding across the entire Commonwealth.

Officials are urging communities to stay away from outdoor burning for now.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin has issued a State of Emergency as the threat of wildfires continues to grow in the Commonwealth.

Governor Glenn Youngkin has declared a State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Ophelia.

On Wednesday, Governor Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency to help those affected by the heavy downpours and flooding with more response and recovery efforts, according to a press release.

While Southwest and Central Virginia aren’t expected to see much snow, that’s not the case for all of Virginia.

The City of Covington has declared a local state of emergency due to Sunday’s winter storm.

Japan is playing host to the Tokyo Olympics.

Coronavirus infection cases have reached daily records in Tokyo, now playing host to the Olympic Games.

When Governor Ralph Northam’s COVID-19 State of Emergency ends this month, you will still likely be allowed to wear a mask despite it technically being against Virginia law.

As the coronavirus pandemic raged over the past year, Virginia prison officials released more than 2,100 inmates early to try to control the spread of the virus by reducing the prison population. That practice will end on July 1, the Department of Corrections announced Wednesday.

Virginia is under a state of emergency due to potential gas shortages, after the Colonial Pipeline shutdown.

The crackdown comes as the military has escalated violence against mass protests and as independent media continue to cover the arrests and shootings by troops in cities across Myanmar. In some instances, journalists are using social media to get the information out. How has the media landscape in Myanmar changed since the coup? HOW ARE INDEPENDENT MEDIA OUTLETS RESPONDING? Other state media include the Myanmar News Agency and army-controlled Myawaddy TV.

Ralph Northam issued Executive Order 76, putting Virginia in a State of Emergency as winter storms move through the Commonwealth. The state of emergency went into effect on Thursday and will remain in place until March 13, unless Northam decides to amend or rescind the order. Through this executive order, Virginia and local governments are able to authorize services in order to help keep residents safe during any severe weather impacts. The risk for ice accumulations greater than 0.25 inches is highest across central Virginia, with totals as high as 0.5 inches possible. In Southwest Virginia, we’re potentially seeing another round of freezing rain and some ice accumulation as well on Saturday.

Ralph Northam issued a State of Emergency in the Commonwealth Wednesday evening. I am also issuing a State of Emergency in Virginia, so we can continue to respond. — Ralph Northam (@GovernorVA) January 6, 2021This comes after protests began earlier in the day as Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol. The governor announced that he is mobilizing members of the Virginia National Guard, as well as 200 Virginia state troopers to help combat the situation going on in DC. — Ralph Northam (@GovernorVA) January 7, 2021On Thursday, Northam announced that Virginia’s National Guard deployment will be extended until at least through Joe Biden’s inauguration on Jan. 20.

Ralph Northam has declared a State of Emergency due to impending winter weather expected across the Commonwealth. According to Executive Order 73, the expected weather is considered a disaster under Virginia law. The executive order gives state and local governments the resources and assistance needed to prepare and alleviate any conditions caused as a result. Under the order, Northam authorized the use of a maximum amount of $350,000 in state funds for response and recovery operations. The State of Emergency goes from Dec. 15 to Jan. 15, 2021, unless earlier rescinded by a separate Executive Order.

RICHMOND, Va. – As Hurricane Isaias moves towards the United States, Gov. Ralph Northam has declared a state of emergency. I've declared a State of Emergency in advance of Hurricane Isaias, which could impact parts of coastal Virginia starting late this weekend or early next week. Learn more: https://t.co/mF5YlfHYLu — Ralph Northam (@GovernorVA) July 31, 2020It’s expected to impact parts of coastal Virginia either late this weekend or early next week. “Hurricane Isaias is a serious storm, and current predictions indicate that it may impact parts of Virginia as early as this weekend,” said Northam.

Despite the dire health emergency, one family is making sure a boy has a happy birthday. “Yeah, it’s sort of strange," said Zachary Gama, who is celebrating his 11th birthday. “And we had birthday music playing outside of our cars as we drove around to the court," said Jennifer Pereria, Zachary’s aunt. “I think it’s really important because their kids and birthday memories I feel are such an important memory in a child’s life," said Pereria. And while it will be a birthday to remember, Zachary already has wish for next year.