Mayor Bowser Announces DC Public Schools Closure Due to Snow and Cold Weather Emergencies
Washington, DC – On Friday, January 5, 2023, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that DC Public Schools (DCPS) will be closed on Monday, January 6, due to a Snow Emergency and Cold Weather Emergency. The closure will affect all DCPS students, staff, and schools.
Snow Removal and Emergency Response
The Snow Emergency was declared to allow the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) to remove snow from residential streets and other public spaces. The Cold Weather Emergency was declared to ensure that vulnerable residents have access to warm shelters, food, and other essential services.
DDOT crews will be working throughout the day to clear roads, sidewalks, and other public areas of snow. Residents are encouraged to stay off the roads unless necessary and to follow all instructions from emergency officials.
School Closure Information
All DCPS schools will be closed on Monday, January 6. This includes:
- Elementary schools
- Middle schools
- High schools
- Pre-K and early childhood programs
- Special education schools
- Adult education centers
All extracurricular activities, sports events, and after-school programs are also canceled.
Health and Safety Resources
Residents who need assistance during the cold weather emergency can call the Hypothermia Hotline at 202-399-7093. The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Residents can also visit one of the following warming centers:
- Fort Stanton Recreation Center (1812 Good Hope Road SE)
- King Greenleaf Recreation Center (201 M Street SW)
- Langston Brown Community Center (2121 14th Street NW)
- Marshall Heights Community Center (3939 Benning Road NE)
- Rosedale Recreation Center (1701 Gales Street NE)
Additional Information
Residents should stay informed about the latest weather conditions and emergency updates by visiting the DDOT website at ddot.dc.gov/ or following @DDOTDC on Twitter.
For more information on the school closure and other emergency services, please visit the DC government website at dc.gov.
With Snow Emergency and Cold Weather Emergency In Effect, Mayor Bowser Announces DC Public Schools Will Be Closed on Monday, January 6
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