Anne Arundel Schools Change Schedule For Jan. 30

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MD — With snow expected Tuesday night, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools will open two hours late on Wednesday, Jan. 30, and will dismiss at their normal times — instead of two hours early as previously planned, officials say.

The National Weather Service is calling for a mix of rain, snow, and sleet Tuesday that switches to all snow in the evening, mainly before 9 p.m. Total snow accumulation of about 1.5 inches is possible. On Wednesday, scattered snow showers are possible, mainly after 2 p.m.

Due to inclement weather in the forecast, there will be no half-day prekindergarten or ECI programs, and no sessions at the Centers of Applied Technology North or South, county school officials said. Students in full-day prekindergarten will have class, and should report two hours later than normal.

Anne Arundel County Public Schools will continue to monitor conditions overnight and into the morning. Should the status of school operations change again, parents will receive a new message.

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With nighttime temps dropping below freezing, any moisture or slush will freeze on untreated surfaces, according to the advisory. Drivers should use caution.

State highway officials say that crews will be aggressively patrolling for icy spots. Drivers should keep in mind that elevated areas like bridges, ramps and overpasses freeze first.

The Maryland Department of Health warns that extreme cold temperatures forecast for Jan. 29 through Friday, Feb. 1, will drop into the single digits overnight on Wednesday, Jan. 30.

“I urge all Marylanders to take precautions during this winter weather advisory and the cold spell that will follow,” said Maryland Department of Health Secretary Robert R. Neall. “Be mindful when going outside to shovel snow or for other outdoor activities, to layer clothing and take frequent breaks if involved with physical activity.”

Extreme cold weather can lead to serious health issues. Exposure to cold can lead to low body temperature, hypothermia, frostbite and even death. Shoveling snow or exercising in the cold can lead to heart attacks and stroke.

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