Some people fear that the venomous eastern cottonmouth, or water moccasin, lurks about Richmond, but that’s not true, experts say.

Richmond has formally pledged that it is fully addressing the issues at its water treatment plant that led to the city’s second boil water advisory in just six months.

Richmond, Virginia residents were told Wednesday to "continue to boil water" until city officials could get operations back online after a power outage.

RICHMOND, Va. (WFXR) — Could you tell the difference between a venomous water moccasin or cottonmouth and a non-venomous water snake?

Some Richmond neighborhoods remain under a boil water advisory after the city's water treatment plant experienced an operational issue early Tuesday that temporarily reduced water production.

Richmond Hill residents who suffered severe water damage from Debby did not have flood insurance because they don't live in high-risk areas.

The City of Richmond has opened water distribution sites for those affected by ongoing outages and low water pressure amid a boil water advisory.

Richmond Hill residents who suffered severe water damage from Debby did not have flood insurance because they don't live in high-risk areas.

While Virginia is home to three venomous snake species – the copperhead, timber rattler and cottonmouth (aka water moccasin) – Perry emphasized that copperheads are the primary concern in ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — In honor of July 16 being World Snake Day, here are several types of snakes found in Virginia that you might encounter on the local trails!