Reserve 9-1-1 for true emergencies this weekend Gene Marrano September 12, 2018 1 minute read Roanoke City 9-1-1 department manager Sonya Roman is asking residents to make sure they only dial that number if there is a true emergency as potential heavy rains are forecast. Share: Post navigation Previous: All those storm drains; Roanoke tries to clear debris before the rainsNext: Be prepared says Red Cross Related Stories Virginia Democrats appeal to U.S. Supreme Court to save redistricting map Ian Price May 12, 2026 Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026 With district lines battle out of the way Beth Macy says she’s ready to take on Ben Cline for his seat in Congress Gene Marrano May 11, 2026