Cleveland 19 News Latest School Closings and Delays

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In the wake of a significant winter storm moving through Northeast Ohio, staying informed about school schedules is a top priority for families. Cleveland 19 News (WOIO) serves as a vital resource for real-time updates on school closings and delays across the region.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Access the Cleveland 19 Closing List

Cleveland 19 News provides several ways to monitor the “iAlert” system, which is updated the moment a superintendent or business owner submits a status change.

Online Searchable Database: Visit the Cleveland 19 Closings Page to search for your specific school, daycare, or business.
Mobile Alerts: Download the Cleveland 19 News App and enable weather notifications to get “breaking news” style alerts for major district closures.
On-Air Morning Ticker: During the Cleveland 19 News morning broadcast (starting at 4:30 AM), a scrolling ticker at the bottom of the screen lists all active delays and closings alphabetically.

Understanding Ohio Snow Emergency Levels

The Sheriff’s office in each county determines the snow emergency level. These levels often dictate whether schools can safely operate:

Level	Meaning	Impact on Schools
Level 1	Roadways are hazardous with icy spots and drifting snow.	Often results in 2-hour delays to allow for daylight plowing.
Level 2	Roadways are hazardous; only those who feel it is necessary should drive.	High likelihood of Closures; bus travel is considered risky.
Level 3	All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel.	Mandatory Closure; no students or staff should attempt to travel.

Why Decisions are Made

Superintendents in Northeast Ohio typically follow the “5:30 AM Rule.” By this time, they have usually consulted with local road crews and scouts who have been driving the bus routes since 3:00 AM. Key factors include:

Wind Chill: If temperatures are low enough to cause frostbite within minutes, schools will close even if roads are clear.
Sidewalk Safety: If snow is piled too high for walkers to stay off the main roads, it often triggers a “Snow Day.”
Building Heat: Power outages or frozen pipes in older school buildings can lead to localized closures.⁸

Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for Ohio from Cleveland 19 News.

WOIO, virtual channel 19, is a CBS-affiliated television station serving Cleveland, Ohio, United States that is licensed to Shaker Heights. The station is owned by Gray Television.-Wikipedia