Thu Jan 23 11:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Freezing Temps Force Two-Hour Delays for Multiple DC-Area School Districts
**[CITY, STATE] –** A second day of frigid temperatures has led to two-hour delays for numerous school districts across the D.C. metro area on Wednesday. The decision impacts thousands of students and staff in several counties.
Arlington, Culpeper, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fauquier, Frederick, Loudoun, Montgomery, and Prince George’s County Public Schools will all open their doors two hours later than usual. Montgomery County’s delay extends to Thursday as well.
The delays affect various school programs. Many districts canceled morning preschool, before-school programs, and morning field trips. Some districts adjusted the start times for afternoon programs and special education classes, while others cancelled certain activities altogether. Transportation services were also altered, with morning transportation canceled for some high school academy classes and work-study programs in Prince George’s County.
While most administrative offices will open on time or with a two-hour delay, emergency personnel are generally expected to report as usual.
The widespread delays come as a result of sub-freezing temperatures gripping the region, posing potential safety concerns for students and staff traveling to school. Parents are advised to check with their individual school districts for specific details regarding schedule adjustments and program cancellations.
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