Alabama News Network Latest School Closings and Delays

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When severe weather or unexpected emergencies impact Central and South Alabama, the Alabama News Network (WAKA CBS 8 and WNCF ABC 32) serves as a vital resource for families. Whether it’s a sudden winter storm or a localized infrastructure issue, staying informed about school schedules is a top priority for the River Region.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Stay Updated with Alabama News Network

Alabama News Network provides several platforms to check for closures or “Early Dismissal” alerts:

Online Closing List: The most reliable way to see the full list of schools, churches, and businesses is the Alabama News Network Closings Page. The list is alphabetized and updated in real-time.
The WAKA/WNCF News App: You can download the WAKA News app on iOS or Android. Enable “Breaking News” alerts to get school closing notifications sent directly to your lock screen.
Morning Newscasts: Tune in to Alabama News Network Mornings starting at 5:00 AM. Closings and delays are displayed on a scrolling ticker at the bottom of the screen throughout the broadcast.

Common Reasons for Delays in Alabama

Unlike other regions, Alabama schools often face delays for reasons specific to the Deep South:

Severe Thunderstorms/Tornado Watches: If a “Tornado Watch” is issued during dismissal times, schools may hold students or dismiss early to ensure they aren’t on buses during high-wind events.
Hard Freezes: When temperatures drop below freezing, many rural Alabama roads are prone to “black ice,” leading to 2-hour delays to allow sun-thaw before buses start their routes.
Infrastructure Issues: Occasionally, localized water main breaks or power outages (common during summer storms) will lead to specific school closures while the rest of the district remains open.

Note to Parents: Always have a “Plan B” for childcare. Alabama weather is notorious for changing rapidly, and a “Delay” can be upgraded to a “Closure” within an hour if conditions worsen.

Understanding the Terms

Term	Action Required
2-Hour Delay	Everything moves back two hours. If the bus usually arrives at 6:45 AM, it will arrive at 8:45 AM.
E-Learning/Virtual Day	The physical school is closed, but students are expected to log in and complete assignments from home.
Early Dismissal	School ends early (often 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM). Parents should check if after-school “Y-Programs” or sports are also canceled.

Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for Alabama from Alabama News Network. The Alabama News Network is a top source of local news, weather, sports and traffic in Montgomery, Alabama.

WAKA, virtual channel 8 (UHF digital channel 25), is a CBS-affiliated television station serving Montgomery, Alabama, United States that is licensed to Selma. The station is owned by Bahakel Communications, as part of a duopoly with Tuskegee-licensed CW+ affiliate WBMM (channel 22). – Wikipedia