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 Opera Roanoke presents Hansel and Gretel, Dr. Pepper Park expects banner year, celebrate Nowruz this Saturday Gene Marrano March 25, 2026 0 Lishy’s Gift carries on in her memory by bringing comfort to other young adults battling cancer Gene Marrano March 25, 2026 0 Daisy Art Parade, there’s still time to become a participant or volunteer Denise Membreno March 24, 2026 0