Any rain now could damage the final product. The dry conditions are making the job of dozens of firefighters more difficult as they battled the brush fire last night that engulfed about 200 acres near Smith Mountain Lake. The fire continued to spread last night, even as 60 firefighters and foresters worked to construct barriers. No homes are threatened by the brush fire. Officials had said that without any rain, the blaze could continue to burn for several days and engulf another 200 acres.
Clouds continue to build throughout the day, with more showers and thundertorms likely.
Highs this afternoon near 85. Staying cloudy tonight, with more scattered showers possible. Lows in the low to mid 60s. Even though they are facing a lawsuit for switching babies, University of Virginia Medical Center nearly did it again. According to the Richmond Times-Dispatch, the Medical center nearly switched two babies last month.