News Summary
Several school districts in Middle Tennessee have announced closures and delays due to dangerously cold weather following a winter storm. The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory as temperatures are expected to drop with wind chill values as low as 7 degrees. Schools in Cheatham and Robertson Counties are closed, with further decisions made to ensure the safety of students amidst illness outbreaks and flooding warnings. Parents are urged to stay informed regarding changes to school operations during this severe weather.
Nashville, Tennessee – Several school districts in the Middle Tennessee area have announced closures or delays on Thursday, February 20, as a result of dangerously cold weather conditions following a severe winter storm. The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for the region, prompting concerns over safety for students and staff.
Temperatures are expected to drop significantly, with wind chill values projected to be between zero and 7 degrees on Friday morning. In response to these chilling temperatures, schools in Cheatham County and Robertson County will be closed, prioritizing the safety of students during the extreme cold.
Cheatham County Schools will also have modifications to their extended daycare program, which will operate on Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. However, students enrolled in this program are required to bring their own lunch, as regular meal services will not be provided. Additionally, there will be no extra-curricular activities or community usage of school facilities in Cheatham County on Friday.
In Robertson County, the schools will remain closed, and daycares in the area will also not operate on Friday. Schools Director Danny Weeks has confirmed that closures are necessary to address the safety concerns due to the extreme weather.
In addition to the cold weather, a flood watch has been issued for parts of Middle Tennessee. This watch will be in effect until 7 a.m. on Sunday, warning of potential flooding threats that accompany the adverse weather conditions affecting the area.
In recent days, illness has also been impacting schools across the region. Houston County Schools had closures from Wednesday, February 5, through Friday, February 7, because of widespread illness affecting both students and employees. Similarly, Lincoln County Schools are closed on Thursday and Friday, February 6-7, due to a significant increase in student and staff illnesses resulting in staffing shortages. The Lebanon Special Schools District has also chosen to close for the remainder of the week, implementing these measures to manage the rise in illnesses.
The situation continues to develop, with updates expected in case of further school closures or changes to current plans. School administrators are advising parents and guardians of the situation and have communicated the increases in absenteeism related to illness and the current weather conditions.
Parents are urged to remain vigilant concerning the safety of their children during this time. Monitoring local updates and school communications will be key for families as they navigate rescheduling and adjustments during this period of severe weather.
As the weather remains unpredictable, school districts are taking proactive measures to ensure the well-being of students and staff. The community is encouraged to stay informed and prepared as conditions may change rapidly in the coming days.
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