According to Fox 4 KDFW, Texas is bracing for another bout of severe cold weather. Tonight, temperatures are projected to plummet to freezing levels and stay below freezing for an extended duration. This could result in patchy icy conditions on Tuesday night, possibly leading to school closures.
Emergency Weather Conditions Prompt School Closures Across Texas
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Texas schools are rescheduling games for later dates and some districts are still considering whether to cancel classes this week. Although snow or ice accumulation is not a major concern at the moment, wind chills are expected to drop to as low as 0°F.
Texas Students Stay Home as Schools Close for Weather Safety
Yesterday, Killeen ISD in Central Texas made the decision to reschedule their snow day to Presidents’ Day. However, they might have to consider adding another makeup day in the future. The primary focus for school districts is not just the amount of snowfall, but rather the safety of buses navigating icy roads. Ensuring the well-being of students and staff remains the utmost priority. Here is a compilation of schools that will be closed due to the inclement weather.
Dallas:
Criswell College has announced that evening classes are canceled today.
Jacksboro:
Jacksboro ISD has made the decision to delay classes until 10:00 AM tomorrow. Buses will also be running two hours late.
Gainesville:
Sivells Bend ISD has decided to dismiss students early today at 1:20 PM.
Greenville:
PTAA Greenville will be closed tomorrow.
Gainesville:
Cooke County Government Offices will be closing early today at 3:00 PM. They will reopen on Wednesday with a delayed start at 10:00 AM.
Garland:
Align Beauty School will be switching to virtual learning only tomorrow.