KTTC Latest School Closings and Delays

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When winter weather or emergencies strike Southeast Minnesota and Northern Iowa, KTTC (NBC 10/FOX 47) is the primary source for school closings and delays. Serving the Rochester area and surrounding communities, the KTTC First Alert Weather team provides real-time updates to help families navigate hazardous conditions.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Check the KTTC Closings List

KTTC maintains a live, automated database of all cancellations, early dismissals, and late starts. You can stay informed through several official methods:

KTTC Closings Dashboard: Visit the official KTTC Closings page for a full searchable list organized alphabetically.
KTTC First Alert Weather App: This is often the fastest way to get updates. You can set up “Push Notifications” for specific school districts.
The Morning Ticker: During the KTTC News Today broadcast (weekdays starting at 4:30 AM), all active closings and delays scroll at the bottom of the screen.

What the Labels Mean for Your Morning

Superintendents in the Rochester area typically make the call by 5:30 AM to ensure buses have enough time to adjust.¹ Here is a breakdown of the common statuses you’ll see:

Status	Impact on Students
2-Hour Delay	School and bus pickups start exactly 2 hours after the normal time. There is usually no morning preschool or AM Community Ed.
Closed / E-Learning	School buildings are closed. Students may be required to log in for “Flexible Learning Days” or “E-Learning” as specified by the district.
Early Dismissal	School ends early due to incoming weather. Afternoon and evening activities (sports, clubs, SACC) are typically canceled.

Pro Tip: Many local districts, including Rochester Public Schools, also use a Parent Notification System.² Ensure your phone number and email are updated in your district’s portal to receive direct texts from the superintendent.

Why Does School Get Canceled?

The KTTC First Alert Weather team works closely with local officials to determine if conditions are safe. Decisions are based on:

Air Temperature/Wind Chill: If wind chills reach dangerous levels (typically $-35^\circ F$ or lower), schools may close to prevent frostbite for walkers and those at bus stops.
Snow Accumulation: Heaviness of snow and the ability of city plows to clear residential streets.
Ice & Visibility: Freezing rain or heavy fog that makes bus travel hazardous.

Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for Iowa from KTTC. The area’s most watched news team provides the latest news, weather and sports on-air and online for Rochester, Austin, Albert Lea, Winona and Mason City.