The Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Department battling an active brush fire caused by a downed power line in the Back Creek area of Roanoke County. The fire, estimated to be five acres in size, is spreading into nearby woods, with multiple homes being protected. WFXR reports that the Virginia Department of Forestry and Cave Spring Volunteer Fire Department are on scene working to contain the fire. No structures have been burned, and no injuries have been reported.
Virginia officials say orders from the White House to freeze funding won't impact disaster recovery. The White House attempted to pause federal grants and loans to review spending, but a federal judge temporarily blocked the freeze. 13 news now reports that Governor Glenn Youngkin confirmed that certain programs, such as disaster recovery efforts and healthcare for seniors, will not be affected.