NASA Wallops Island preps for winter storm

NASA Wallops Island says they've started preparing for Saturday's winter storm.

A spokesperson says they've moved government owned vehicles into designated parking  spots, in order to help keep the parking lots cleared in order to remove snow.

The actual snow clearing will happen on Sunday, January 8th.

The facility will close at 6 a.m. on January 7th, as non-essential personal will not be allowed access to the facility.

Security and protective services are on stand by.

We are told safety is the most important thing at NASA wallops and that stands across the board, whether it be launching a rocket, launching a balloon, or handling a snow event or handling a hurricane Safety is the most important thing.

Projections show Wallops Island is one of the areas that could receive significant snowfall this weekend.