Official defends early cancellations ahead of Hurricane Florence Ian Price September 13, 2018 1 minute read While some may argue that the school dismissals and event postponements in anticipation of Hurricane Florence were done prematurely — a state official would disagree. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: Kaine talks to FEMA, Governor about Hurricane prepNext: Salem Half Marathon is one month away – there’s a new medal for finishers Related Stories Freedom to Give is food drive to benefit Feeding Southwest Virginia Gene Marrano July 13, 2026 Roanoke County Police: Franklin Road Northbound Closed after Tractor Trailer crash Web Staff July 13, 2026 Roanoke College alumnus running for congress calls for universal data center safeguards Web Staff July 13, 2026