3NewsNow Latest School Closings and Delays

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When winter weather strikes the Omaha and Council Bluffs metro areas, 3NewsNow (KMTV) is the primary resource for residents seeking the latest school closings, delays, and early dismissals. Staying informed is critical for navigating the unpredictable Nebraska and Iowa winters.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Access the 3NewsNow Closing List

3NewsNow provides multiple platforms to ensure you get the information as soon as it is reported by school administrators.

The 3NewsNow Website: The most comprehensive way to check is the Official Closings & Delays Page. This list is alphabetized and searchable.
The 3NewsNow Mobile App: You can set up custom push notifications. By navigating to the “School Closings” tab in the app settings, you can receive an immediate alert the moment your specific district makes an announcement.
On-Air Broadcasts: During 3NewsNow This Morning, a scrolling ticker at the bottom of the screen displays active closings and delays throughout the broadcast.

Understanding the Terms

When viewing the list on 3NewsNow, you may encounter several different status types:

Status	Impact on Students
Closed	No classes. Generally includes the cancellation of all after-school activities and “Kids Club” programs.
Late Start / 2-Hour Delay	School begins two hours after the normal start time. Buses will also run two hours late. Morning preschool is often canceled in these cases.
Early Dismissal	School ends earlier than usual to allow students and buses to get home before weather conditions worsen.
Remote Learning Day	Physical buildings are closed, but students are expected to log on for virtual instruction.

How Decisions Are Made

District superintendents in the Omaha area typically begin coordinating with the 3NewsNow Weather Team and city snow removal crews as early as 3:30 AM.

Key factors include:

Snow Accumulation: Are the primary and secondary bus routes cleared?
Wind Chill: If temperatures drop to dangerous levels (typically -20°F or lower), schools may close even if the roads are clear to protect students waiting at bus stops.
Timing: Decisions are ideally made by 5:00 AM to give parents enough time to arrange childcare.

KMTV-TV, virtual channel 3 (UHF digital channel 31), is a CBS-affiliated television station licensed to Omaha, Nebraska, United States. The station is owned by the E. W. Scripps Company.-Wikipedia

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