Cold weather has Western Virginia Water Authority on alert Timothy Martin January 23, 2013 1 minute read The Western Virginia Water Authority says the cold weather we’re experiencing could produce a large number of water breaks. WFIR’s Timothy Martin reports. Share: Post navigation Previous: Grandin to seek public help to purchase digital projectorsNext: A single State Senate vote may shape entire General Assembly outcomes Related Stories Roanoke enters severe drought status with unwelcome future impacts more possible Evan Jones April 15, 2026 United Way cuts ribbon on new home in SW Roanoke County Gene Marrano April 14, 2026 State asks you to hold off outdoor burning until May Evan Jones April 14, 2026