A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for the region from 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, to 7 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, prompting numerous school closings and early dismissals. The National Weather Service forecasts heavy snowfall between 4 to 8 inches, with snowfall rates reaching 1 to 2 inches per hour Tuesday afternoon and evening. Hazardous road conditions are expected to impact both the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.
As a precaution, school districts across the area have announced schedule changes:
Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS)
- Schools will close two hours early on Tuesday, Feb. 11.
- Morning and full-day preschool students will be dismissed two hours early, while afternoon preschool is canceled.
- Field trips, late activity buses, and all after-school and evening activities are canceled.
- The School Age Child Care (SACC) program will not operate.
- Lunch will be served on an adjusted schedule.
- School-based employees working directly with students may be dismissed early, but all administrative and classified staff must remain on their normal schedule.
- All PWCS buildings will close by 4 p.m..
Stafford County Public Schools
- All Stafford County schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 11, for both students and staff.
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
- Schools and offices will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 11.
- Code 1 status: Essential personnel must report as needed for emergency services.
Fredericksburg City Public Schools
- School buildings will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 11.
- Essential personnel should contact their supervisor for report times.
Manassas City Public Schools
- Schools will have an early release on Tuesday, Feb. 11.
- No Pre-K classes.
- School officials are monitoring weather conditions and will provide updates as necessary.
Manassas Park City Schools
- Schools will operate on an early release schedule:
- Secondary campus dismisses at 10:30 a.m.
- Elementary campus dismisses at 11:30 a.m.
- No Pre-K classes.
- All after-school activities are canceled.
King George County Schools (KGCS)
- Schools will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 11 for students and staff.
- Code 3 for 12-month staff.
- The King George Virtual Academy Information Session, originally scheduled for Feb. 11, has been rescheduled to Feb. 18 at 6 p.m. at KGMS Auditorium.
Germanna Community College
- All Germanna locations will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 11 due to inclement weather.
Weather Outlook & Travel Advisory
The storm is expected to begin late Tuesday morning, intensifying in the afternoon and evening, bringing heavy snow and hazardous road conditions. The snowfall may transition into a light wintry mix overnight into Wednesday morning, but further accumulation is expected to be minimal. Motorists are urged to use caution and avoid unnecessary travel during peak storm hours.
Local officials advise residents to stay informed on weather and road conditions and to prepare for potential delays or further closures on Wednesday, Feb. 12.
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