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Post-Hurricane Irene Update: Monday, Aug. 29

Post-Hurricane Irene, New Kent County has been recognized by FEMA as one of the hardest hit localities in Virginia. Due to lack of power and internet connection, County offices will be closed for regular County business on Monday and Tuesday. County staff, however will be working in the field to assist residents in many situations:

Public Inquiry Line: 804-357-1209 (cell) Water & Ice: Monday & Tuesday 4-8 p.m. at Bloom supermarket in Quinton (7300 Market Place Dr.), Colonial Downs in New Kent (10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy.) and Henrico Jail East in Barhamsville (17320 New Kent Hwy.) **There is currently no boil water notice for citizens on the New Kent County water system. Brush drop off : Until further notice, County residents can drop off brush no larger than 6 inches in caliper at all 4 refuse sites. Sites are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and are located at: Route 612 (7050 Airport Dr) Route 634 (17120 Polishtown Rd) Route 647 (12400 Old Telegraph Rd) Route 618 (6301 Olivet Church Road)

Power: Please report all power outages to Dominion Virginia Power at 1-866-366-4357. Gas: There are gas stations in the area on generator power. Check with local businesses for availability. Fire-Rescue: For the next 72 hours, New Kent County is very fortunate to have resources from several different localities. If you see an emergency services vehicle or staff member from another locality, please provide them the same courtesy you would a local public safety worker. **The emergency shelter at New Kent High School is currently closed. Schools: At this time, the opening of schools is unknown. This decision will be based on power restoration at all school locations.

For those with power, generator power or cell phone access, daily post-Hurricane Irene updates will be provided via local media sources as well as the Countys Facebook and Twitter pages. Daily flyers will also be available for pick up at the three water and ice distribution points when open.