School closings and delays reported across multiple regions in US for today

WASHINGTON: School closings and delays are being reported across multiple regions of the United States today as extreme cold, winter storms, icy roads, and dangerous wind chills continue to disrupt normal school operations.

Districts in parts of the Midwest, Northeast, South, and Appalachians have announced delayed openings, remote learning days, or full closures to protect students and staff amid hazardous weather conditions.

Pennsylvania: delays, closures and remote learning

In Pennsylvania, school closings and delays are widespread, particularly in Jefferson County and surrounding areas. Numerous school districts are operating on two-hour delays, while others have opted for remote instruction or full closures.

Several school systems, including DuBois Area, Brookville Area, Clarion Area, Punxsutawney Area, and Keystone School Districts, announced two-hour delays. Meanwhile, districts such as Armstrong School District, Butler Catholic School, and St. Luke’s Lutheran School reported full closures.

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Other districts, including Butler Area School District, Karns City Area School District, and Moniteau School District, shifted to remote learning days.

Indiana: extreme cold impacts school schedules

In Indiana, school delays and closings are affecting Indianapolis and surrounding communities as an extreme cold warning remains in effect through midday.

Meteorologists with the National Weather Service warned that wind chills could fall to 25 degrees below zero, leading districts to delay or cancel in-person classes due to safety concerns.

Northeast: Icy roads lead to delayed openings

Across parts of New York and New Jersey, school districts are reporting delayed openings as icy and snow-covered roads make morning travel difficult. Officials say the delays allow additional time for road treatment and safer bus routes.

Weather in western North Carolina

In Western North Carolina, school systems across mountain communities are facing delays, closures, and remote learning days after a winter storm brought freezing rain, sleet, and a wintry mix.

Dangerous wind chills following the storm further contributed to the decision to modify school schedules.

Families urged to stay informed

Parents and guardians are advised to monitor official school district communications and local weather alerts for the latest updates, as weather conditions and school decisions may continue to change throughout the day.

School closings and delays remain likely in additional areas as winter weather impacts persist nationwide.