Tens of thousands of Virginians were without power on Thursday, February 13, after ongoing winter storms downed utility lines on February 11 and 13, Appalachian Power said.High winds were slowing crews’ ability to restore electric service to 125,000 customers, the utility said, estimating that some could be in the dark until Sunday, February 16.Downed trees led to significant road closures on Thursday morning, as local officials warned drivers of treacherous conditions.Video posted to X by the Roanoke County Fire & Rescue Department, shows a downed power line sparking on a roadway. Credit: Roanoke County Fire & Rescue Department via Storyful