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Richmond 3-1-1 Call Center Activated Ahead Of Sandy

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RICHMOND, VA— In advance of Hurricane Sandy, The City of Richmond activated the City's 3-1-1 Call Center on Sunday.

Richmond City Mayor Dwight C. Jones is asking residents to report all non-life threatening emergencies, downed City trees or any trees blocking a public roadway to 3-1-1 or (804) 646-7000.

The City's Department of Public Works will respond to reports of downed City trees during daylight hours and when sustained winds are below 30 miles per hour.

After nightfall and when sustained winds exceed 30-miles per hour, crews will only respond to emergency calls for service.

For up-to-date information and additional instructions from the city of Richmond during the storm, please visit www.Richmondgov.com, follow the City on Twitter @CityRichmondVA, and stay tuned to local radio and television stations.