School Bus Cancellations Today (February 2, 2026)

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On Monday, February 2, 2026, “Winter Storm Fern” and a persistent arctic freeze continue to impact school operations across North America. While conditions are improving in some parts of Ontario, a large number of U.S. districts remain closed due to icy secondary roads and power outages.

Canada

Weather conditions, including cold warnings, snow squalls, freezing rain, and driver shortages, led to some cancellations, primarily in Ontario and Alberta. Many areas reported no major disruptions.

  • Alberta:
    • Peace Wapiti Public School Division: All school buses cancelled due to freezing rain and poor road conditions. Schools remain open, but parents must arrange alternative transportation if attending.
  • Ontario:
    • Essex County (Windsor-Essex County District School Board and Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board): School buses cancelled (second straight day, but context indicates prior Tuesday cancellation; Monday, Feb. 2 converted to a Professional Activity Day with no classes or buses). Updated exam schedules: Period 1 exams on Jan. 27, Period 2 on Jan. 28, Period 3 on Jan. 29, Period 4 on Jan. 30. Semester 2 starts Feb. 3.
    • Thunder Bay (Student Transportation Services of Thunder Bay): Specific bus routes cancelled due to no driver available:
      • IR304A-WOOD (Iron Range Bus Lines)
      • IR304P-GRON (Iron Range Bus Lines)
      • IR304P-WOOD (Iron Range Bus Lines) Contact: 807-345-7387.
    • Durham Region (Durham Student Transportation Services): No zone cancellations or bus delays reported as of Feb. 1. Schools open.
    • Tri-Board Student Transportation Services (Eastern Ontario, including Kingston, Belleville, etc.): No specific cancellations for Feb. 2; general alerts for possible delays due to weather, traffic, or driver shortages. Check website for real-time updates.
    • Southern Ontario (general forecast, including Toronto/GTHA, York, Peel, Halton, etc.): No major cancellations expected due to cold but not extreme weather. Some prior storm-related closures (e.g., Jan. 26 massive snowstorm affecting Toronto, York, Durham, Dufferin-Peel, Halton) but not extending to Feb. 2.
    • Wellington-Dufferin (STWDSTS): Division 1 (South Wellington/Guelph) and Division 2 (Centre Wellington/Erin/Rockwood) buses not operating (prior day context, but no specific Feb. 2 update; check for delays).
    • Other areas (e.g., Bluewater, Bruce-Grey, Renfrew, Upper Canada): Low chance of cancellations based on forecasts; some prior cold-related risks but not confirmed for Feb. 2.
  • Other Provinces: No widespread reports; for example, South Central Student Transportation Consortium (SCSTC) reports no notices.

USA

A major winter storm (e.g., Winter Storm Fern) caused widespread closures, delays, and e-learning across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, and parts of the Midwest/Northeast due to snow, ice, cold, and hazardous roads. Many districts waived the day without makeup.

State District/School Details
Florida Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) Schools open on normal schedule; no bus cancellations, but dress warmly due to low temperatures (especially at bus stops).
Georgia Hancock County Schools Closed; no remote learning.
Georgia Johnson County Schools Closed; no remote learning.
Georgia Oconee Fall Line Technical College Closed.
Georgia Forsyth County Schools Online learning day due to icy roads (especially north end); no in-person classes or buses.
Kentucky Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS, Louisville) 2-hour delay; buses run ~2 hours later; school starts at 11:40 AM.
Missouri Various (e.g., Springfield area districts) Some districts closed due to snow-covered back roads; specific lists not detailed, check local sources.
North Carolina Onslow County Schools (OCS) Full closure; no remote instruction, all activities canceled due to historic snowfall, cold, and winds.
North Carolina Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) All schools, offices, and activities closed (including BSEP/ASEP); day waived, no makeup. Report cards delayed to Feb. 6. Mid-year graduations possibly rescheduled.
North Carolina Brunswick County Schools Closed; no virtual learning (also closed Feb. 3).
North Carolina Davidson County Schools Closed for students and staff; no remote learning or extracurriculars. Board meeting virtual.
North Carolina Chatham County Schools Closed for students and staff; no remote learning.
North Carolina Johnston County Public Schools Closed due to inclement weather and hazardous roads; all extracurriculars canceled.
North Carolina New Hanover County (e.g., Calvary Christian School) Closed; also impacts local operations like Wave Transit (no bus service).
Ohio Bloom-Vernon Local Schools 2-hour delay; limited bus service due to icy roads; no evening elementary enrichment.
Pennsylvania Pocono Mountain School District (PMSD) 2-hour delay for all schools; buses on emergency snow routes.
Pennsylvania Reading School District 2-hour delay; buses run 2 hours later.
South Carolina Spartanburg District One eLearning day; schools/offices closed, all activities canceled.
South Carolina Anderson District Five eLearning day due to hazardous roads; no buses.
Virginia Arlington Public Schools Closed due to unsafe icy conditions on sidewalks, bus stops, and roads (Winter Storm Fern).
Virginia Fairfax County Public Schools Classes canceled; school offices/central offices open for 12-month staff. SACC/BTB closed; no field trips, after-school programs, or grounds use.
Virginia Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) Asynchronous learning; all buildings/offices closed, after-school activities canceled. No-cost meals available 10:30 AM–1:30 PM at designated sites. Staff work remotely.
Virginia Frederick County Public Schools 2-hour delay; buses on emergency snow routes AM/PM; offices open 2 hours late.

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