Severe storms cause extensive damage across Central Virginia

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Thursday night's severe weather has done extensive damage across Central Virginia, knocking down dozens of trees, taking down power lines and more.

Local storm damage reports are coming in from all over Central Virginia amid severe storms on Thursday, June 19.

The majority of the reports involve downed trees or power lines -- with the latter especially contributing to the widespread power outages noted by Dominion Energy.

There are also multiple reports of trees falling into homes, including the Henrico County and Chesterfield County homes pictured below.

A tree down on a home in Henrico County on June 19. (Photo: Sara Molina/8News)

A tree down on a home in Chesterfield County on June 19. (Photo: Jordan Vance/8News)

Roadways across the region are blocked by some of these fallen trees and power lines, as well, creating hazards for drivers. One report out of Henrico noted that fires were sparked by fallen power lines in the area of West Broad Street and West Club Lane.

If you see a downed power line, do not touch it or drive your car anywhere near it. Stay put and call 911 immediately.

Have photos or videos of storm damage? You can submit them here!

Before heading out, you can also check Virginia 511 to look for hazards on your planned route.