[7Wx-Headline]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=Cut-ins]
[WRITER=kor]
[TAPE#=none]
[GRAPHIC=Mornin' Report]
Good morning, I'm Kimberly McBroom......
After a picture-perfect weekend, today may be your last day to enjoy the warm weather. Today's highs will reach the 60s, but are expected to drop into the 40s tomorrow.
Meterologist Leo Hirsbrunner has your forecast, coming up.
[7-11Pulaski-Fire]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=AM Cutin]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-55 TC-23:37]
[GRAPHIC=Fire]
Pulaski furniture will be closed this week, after a fire damaged the plant yesterday morning.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Pulaski]
Firefighters arrived just before 5:30 in downtown Pulaski to find flames shooting from the roof.
Investigators believe the fire started from a spark in the dust bin system.
Right now, damages estimates top 200- thousand dollars.
Company officials say the incident will require the manufacturing plants at the Pulaski complex to be closed for the upcoming week.
However, office and salaried personnel are asked to report to work.
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[7-11Montgomery-Fire]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=Am Cutin]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-48 TC-1:21:30]
[GRAPHIC=Forest Fire]
A forest fire is burning for the third day in Montgomery County.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Montgomery Co.]
The fire in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest that started Saturday has so far consumed nearly 130 acres.
It's burning in Montgomery County in the Craig's Creek area, close to the Applachian Trail.
The fire is partially contained but is not completely under a control.
Firefighters believe someone deliberately set this fire.
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[SOT 1:07:21]
[IN Q=You can never be 100-percent]
((CINDY SCHIFFER: YOU CAN NEVER BE 100-PERCENT SURE BUT WE'RE ABOUT 99-PERCENT SURE BOTH OF THESE RECENT FIRES WERE CAUSED BY ARSON.))
[SUPER=01-Cindy Schiffer/Firefighter]
[RUNS=06]
[OUT Q=were caused by arson]
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[VO-NAT]
Crews have had trouble containing this fire.
Flames typically jump the fire line but in this case it has burned under the line.
Firefighters say the extremely dry conditions are to blame.
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[SOT 1:07:44]
[IN Q=We havent had any]
((CINDY SCHIFFER/FIREFIGHTER: WE HAVEN'T HAD ANY RAIN FOR A LONG TIME AND OTHER THAN A FEW RAIN OR SNOW SHOWERS PREDICTED FOR MONDAY OR TUESDAY AND THE LONG TERM FORECASTS AT LEAST THE ONES WE'VE BEEN GETTING, IT DOESN'T LOOK LIKE THERE IS ANY RELIEF ANYTIME SOON.))
[RUNS=10]
[OUT Q=anytime soon]
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[VO-NAT]
It will take several days before this fire is completely under control.
About two-dozen firefighters stayed on the mountain last night to keep the flames contained.
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[7-11Alleghany-Fire]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=Am Cutin]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=none]
[GRAPHIC=Forest Fire]
Meanwhile, firefighters are battling another blaze in Alleghany County.
(+++++++)
[TAKE MAP FS #1001]
The fire broke out just before three o'clock yesterday afternoon on Little Mountain.
It's burning in the Low Moor area, just east of Covington and a mile south of I-64.
The fire has consumed more than 2 acres so far, and is contained.
(+++++++)
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[GRAPHIC=HOLD]
Fire crews expect more problems today since wind gusts are forecasted between 15 and 20 miles per hour.
It's also the start of deer season for firearms.
The National Forest Service reminds hunters and everyone for that matter that a state fire ban remains in effect.[WXH
eads]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=Cut-ins]
[WRITER=kor]
[TAPE#=none]
[GRAPHIC=Mornin' Report]
Good morning, I'm Kimberly McBroom......
The warm temperatures continue today with highs in the 60s, but some weather changes lie ahead.
A few sprinkles are expected nearby.... But will they reach us? Meterologist Leo Hirsbrunner has your forecast coming up in just a few moments.
[45-11Montgomery-Fire]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=AM Cutins]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-48 TC-1:21:30]
[GRAPHIC=Forest Fire]
The statewide burning ban remains in effect, as fires continue scorching forests throughout the commonwealth...
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Montgomery Co.]
One fire in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest that started Saturday has so far consumed nearly 130 acres.
It's burning in Montgomery County in the Craig's Creek area, close to the Applachian Trail.
The fire is partially contained but is not completely under a control.
Firefighters believe someone deliberately set this fire.
(///// SOT /////)
[SOT 1:07:21]
[IN Q=You can never be 100-percent]
((CINDY SCHIFFER: YOU CAN NEVER BE 100-PERCENT SURE BUT WE'RE ABOUT 99-PERCENT SURE BOTH OF THESE RECENT FIRES WERE CAUSED BY ARSON.))
[SUPER=01-Cindy Schiffer/Firefighter]
[RUNS=06]
[OUT Q=were caused by arson]
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[VO-NAT]
Crews have had trouble containing this fire.
Flames typically jump the fire line but in this case it has burned under the line.
Firefighters say the extremely dry conditions are to blame.
(///// SOT /////)
[SOT 1:07:44]
[IN Q=We havent had any]
((CINDY SCHIFFER/FIREFIGHTER: WE HAVEN'T HAD ANY RAIN FOR A LONG TIME AND OTHER THAN A FEW RAIN OR SNOW SHOWERS PREDICTED FOR MONDAY OR TUESDAY AND THE LONG TERM FORECASTS AT LEAST THE ONES WE'VE BEEN GETTING, IT DOESN'T LOOK LIKE THERE IS ANY RELIEF ANYTIME SOON.))
[RUNS=10]
[OUT Q=anytime soon]
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[VO-NAT]
It will take several days before this fire is completely under control.
About two-dozen firefighters stayed on the mountain last night to keep the flames contained.
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[45-11Alleghany-Fire]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=Am Cutin]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=none]
[GRAPHIC=Forest Fire]
Meanwhile, firefighters are battling another blaze that broke out in Alleghany County.
(+++++++)
[TAKE MAP FS #1001]
The fire broke out just before three o'clock yesterday afternoon on Little Mountain.
It's burning in the Low Moor area, just east of Covington and a mile south of I-64.
The fire has consumed more than 2 acres so far, and is contained.
(+++++++)
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[GRAPHIC=HOLD]
Fire crews expect more problems today since wind gusts are forecasted between 15 and 20 miles per hour.
It's also the start of deer season for firearms.
The National Forest Service reminds hunters and everyone for that matter, that a state fire ban remains in effect.[45
-11Pulaski-Fire]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=AM Cutin]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-55 TC-23:37]
[GRAPHIC=Fire]
A fire that damaged Pulaski Furniture yesterday morning has forced the plant to shut down this week.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Pulaski]
Firefighters arrived just before 5:30 in downtown Pulaski to find flames shooting from the roof.
Investigators believe the fire started from a spark in the dust bin system.
Right now, damages estimates top 200- thousand dollars.
Company officials say the incident will require the manufacturing plants at the Pulaski complex to be closed for the upcoming week.
However, office and salaried personnel are asked to report to work.
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[8Wx-Headline]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=Cut-ins]
[WRITER=kor]
[TAPE#=none]
[GRAPHIC=Mornin' Report]
Good morning, I'm Kimberly McBroom......
This holiday week will eventually bring colder temperatures - today will be your last day to get out and enjoy the warm weather, with highs in the 60s. Meterologist Leo Hirsbrunner will have your forecast coming up.
[8-11Pulaski-Fire]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=Am Cutin]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-55 TC-23:37]
[GRAPHIC=Fire]
Fire heavily damaged the Pulaski Furniture plant yesterday.
As a result - the plant will be shut down for the rest of the week.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Pulaski]
Firefighters arrived just before 5:30 in downtown Pulaski to find flames shooting from the roof.
Investigators believe the fire started from a spark in the dust bin system.
Right now, damages estimates top 200- thousand dollars.
Company officials say the incident will require the manufacturing plants at the Pulaski complex to be closed for the upcoming week.
However, office and salaried personnel are asked to report to work.
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[8-11Montgomery-Fire]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=Am Cutin]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-48 TC-1:21:30]
[GRAPHIC=Forest Fire]
A forest fire that has charred more than 100 acres in Montgomery County continues to burn today.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Montgomery Co.]
The fire in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest that started on Saturday has so far consumed nearly 130 acres.
It's burning in Montgomery County in the Craig's Creek area, close to the Applachian Trail.
The fire is partially contained but is not completely under a control.
Firefighters believe someone deliberately set this fire.
(///// SOT /////)
[SOT 1:07:21]
[IN Q=You can never be 100-percent]
((CINDY SCHIFFER: YOU CAN NEVER BE 100-PERCENT SURE BUT WE'RE ABOUT 99-PERCENT SURE BOTH OF THESE RECENT FIRES WERE CAUSED BY ARSON.))
[SUPER=01-Cindy Schiffer/Firefighter]
[RUNS=06]
[OUT Q=were caused by arson]
(------------)
[VO-NAT]
Crews have had trouble containing this fire.
Flames typically jump the fire line but in this case it has burned under the line.
Firefighters say the extremely dry conditions are to blame.
(///// SOT /////)
[SOT 1:07:44]
[IN Q=We havent had any]
((CINDY SCHIFFER/FIREFIGHTER: WE HAVEN'T HAD ANY RAIN FOR A LONG TIME AND OTHER THAN A FEW RAIN OR SNOW SHOWERS PREDICTED FOR MONDAY OR TUESDAY AND THE LONG TERM FORECASTS AT LEAST THE ONES WE'VE BEEN GETTING, IT DOESN'T LOOK LIKE THERE IS ANY RELIEF ANYTIME SOON.))
[RUNS=10]
[OUT Q=anytime soon]
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[VO-NAT]
It will take several days before this fire is completely under control.
About two-dozen firefighters stayed on the mountain last night to keep the flames contained.
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[8-11AAA-Winter]
[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=AM Cutin]
[WRITER=rle]
[TAPE#=01-53 TC-30:42]
[GRAPHIC=Winter Preparedness]
Severe winter weather may be around the corner -- so now is the time to get your car ready for cold weather.
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[VO-NAT - 7.5]
[SUPER=03-Roanoke]
Officials with Triple-A say if you don't get your car checked out now, you may regret it on a cold winter morning...
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[SOT - 10:11]
[IN Q=There was a slogan years ago...]
((RANDY GREEN/AAA; THERE WAS A SLOGAN YEARS AGO THAT SAID YOU CAN PAY ME NOW OR PAY ME LATER, AND THE REFENCE TO THAT WAS YOU CAN PAY FOR CAR MAINTENANCE NOW, THAT MIGHT COST YOU 50-75 DOLLARS, BASIC MAINTENANCE, OR IF YOU IGNORE THAT IT MAY COST YOU 4-600 DOLLARS OR MORE DOWN THE ROAD.))
[SUPER=01-Randy Green/AAA]
[RUNS=18]
[OUT Q=or more down the road.]
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[VO-NAT - 12+]
Triple-A suggests that you get your battery checked now, before cold winter nights drain its charge.
And just in case, you may want to purchase an emergency kit, with an ice-scraper, a flashlight, and a blanket.
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[BIRTHDAYS!] 11/20/01
Tuesday:
[SUPER=130-65/Lowell Dewease/Mason Cove]
[SUPER=130-11/Brandy Wooldridge/Salem]
[SUPER=130-40/Vicki Hawkins/Radford]
[SUPER=130-55/Richard Wilborn/Altavista]
Anniversary:
[SUPER=130-50th/Harrison & Gazetta Jones/Chatham]
No Pictures:
[SUPER=131-30/Mike Hall/Martinsville]
[SUPER=131-/Brandi Childress/Lynchburg]
[SUPER=131-/Virginia Saunders/Roanoke]
[SUPER=131-/Skesha Campbell/Penhook]
by SS