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What's Open, Closed During Bomb Cyclone In McLean
After the bomb cyclone hit the McLean area, only certain services are open Thursday.
MCLEAN, VA—In the midst of the bomb cyclone hitting the East Coast, the region remains under a wind chill advisory until noon Friday as chilly temperatures and gusty winds remain a concern after the snowfall. Some services around McLean have closed for the day due to the snow accumulation and winter weather conditions.
While Fairfax County Public Schools closed for the day, government offices remain open, although some staff are on leave for the day.
Here's a look at what's open and closed around McLean.
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Fairfax County Offices: Open. Employees have been granted unscheduled leave. Emergency services will run as usual. Check the calendar for changes to public meetings/hearings.
Schools and Administrative Offices: Closed.
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State Offices: Circuit Court, General District Court and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court. The courts are open.
Animal Shelter: Open regular time at noon.
Community Centers: McLean Community Center is open but classes are cancelled. Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS) facilities are open. NCS programs held at Fairfax County Public Schools are cancelled. For status information about specific programs, classes or activities, call the facility or the main office at 703-324-4600.
Fairfax Connector and Fastran: Fairfax Connector bus service may be modified or suspended. Check BusTracker for your specific route. Fastran will transport dialysis, chemotherapy, and radiation trips only.
Libraries: Call your local branch for hours.
Metro: Metro is running, but some bus routes may be affected. Check www.wmata.com for your route.
Rec Centers and Park Programs: Rec centers and park programs will run as scheduled, except for those held at FCPS.
Trash Pickup: No trash pickup Thursday. Thursday customers should leave their trash and recycling carts at the curb/street line for us to collect this week. If you receive trash/recycling collection service from a private trash collector, contact them directly.
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