VDH OEP Weekly Situation Update

Posted on by justincrow

Last Updated: February 6, 2026

Key Takeaways

      • Bitter cold is forecast across Virginia this weekend. Much of the state will experience high winds.
      • Virginia reported its 5th measles case of 2026, with potential exposure sites in Northern Virginia.
      • The US is experiencing a severe blood shortage following weeks of winter weather.
      • Geopolitical and societal risks threaten global stability in the short-term. Environmental and technological threats pose more far-reaching risks in the long-term.

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