NBC12 Latest School Closings and Delays

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As Central Virginia prepares for a significant winter storm this weekend, staying informed on school closings and delays via NBC12 (WWBT) is critical for families across Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico, and surrounding counties. With snow and freezing rain expected to begin Saturday night and continue through Monday, January 26, 2026, local districts are already monitoring conditions closely.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Access the NBC12 Closing List

When winter weather strikes, NBC12 provides several ways to see if your school or business is affected:

The NBC12 Closing Dashboard: Visit NBC12.com/closings for the most comprehensive, real-time list of schools, daycares, and government offices.
On-Air Ticker: During 12 News Today (starting at 4:30 AM) and throughout the day, a scrolling ticker at the bottom of the screen lists all active delays and closures.
Mobile Alerts: Download the NBC12 News App and the NBC12 First Alert Weather App. You can subscribe to push notifications for specific counties like Henrico, Chesterfield, or the City of Richmond.

Understanding Different Alert Levels

Superintendents in the Richmond area typically choose from three standard options depending on the severity of the ice and snow:

Status	Impact on Schedule	Notes
Closed	All classes canceled.	Usually includes after-school sports and extracurriculars.
2-Hour Delay	Classes start 2 hours late.	Morning bus pickups are also delayed by exactly 2 hours.
Early Dismissal	School ends 2–3 hours early.	Used when a storm is predicted to hit during the afternoon commute.

Why the Decision is Made

The decision to close school is usually finalized between 4:00 AM and 5:30 AM. Superintendents coordinate with the First Alert Weather team to assess:

Busing Safety: Can large school buses navigate icy neighborhood streets that haven’t been salted?
Sidewalk Ice: Is it safe for students to walk to school or wait at bus stops in sub-freezing wind chills?
Power Status: With ice in the forecast for this weekend, school officials must ensure that buildings have heat and electricity before welcoming students.

Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for Virginia from NBC12. WWBT NBC12 is Central Virginia’s breaking news and first alert weather forecasting leader for Richmond, Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico and surrounding.