RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- Mayor Danny Avula has declared a state of emergency in the City of Richmond on Sunday ahead of forecasted winter weather conditions. On Sunday, Jan. 5, Mayor Avula declared a state of emergency in the City of Richmond due to the anticipated impact of severe weather conditions from a winter storm. According to city officials, all City of Richmond offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 6 and previously scheduled public meetings will be rescheduled, which includes City Council meetings. Residents are advised to visit Richmond's website and social media channels for updates on the city's operations. According to officials, the city's Inclement Weather Shelter, located at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue, and is operated by the Salvation Army, began continuous operations on Friday, Jan. 3, and will operate continuously through Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 8 a.m. Additionally, the following two temporary inclement weather overflow shelters will open during this weather event and will operate from 5 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 5 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7: Marshall Plaza, located at 900 E. Marshall Street: for single adult men and women/families  Richmond Police Department’s 2nd Precinct, located at 177 E. Belt Boulevard: for single adult men and women Officials said these two locations will serve in an overflow capacity only. Single adult men and women in need should prioritize sheltering at the Inclement Weather Shelter on Chamberlayne Avenue. As capacity is reached, the two additional sites will be activated. Meals will be provided at all sites, according to officials. RELATED: Virginia under state of emergency ahead of first winter storm of 2025 City offices and services are expected to return to normal hours on Tuesday, Jan. 7.