VDOT: this time, downed trees may be the bigger problem Evan Jones October 2, 2015 1 min read VDOT has crews on standby, ready to respond if and when high water or downed trees create road hazards in the next two days. And this time, it may the trees that create the greatest number of troubles, as WFIR’s Evan Jones reports. About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Flash Flood Watch takes effect; High Wind Watch joins in tonightNext: APCO crews ready for storm response Related Stories 1 min read Teen arrested after fatal shooting in Southwest Roanoke City Web Staff August 4, 2025 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025