School Bus Cancellations Today (February 9, 2026)

Widespread winter weather across North America on Monday, February 9, 2026, has led to significant school bus cancellations and closures. While a snowy system is currently moving through Ontario, the United States is dealing with the aftermath of back-to-back winter storms in the South and severe storm warnings in the Pacific.

Below is the list of cancellations and delays for today:


🇨🇦 Canada: Regional Cancellations

Ontario is experiencing a “Snowy Blast” with significant accumulation in central regions.

Ontario

  • Central Ontario: High probability of cancellations for districts where heavy snow bands are setting up (10–20cm forecast).

  • Sarnia-Lambton: Buses in ALL ZONES were cancelled earlier this weekend and disruptions continue for rural routes due to drifting snow and icy conditions.

  • Southwestern Ontario: * Middlesex, Oxford, and Elgin Counties: Rural buses remain under high alert with several cancellations in the “Red Zone” (south of Highway 401).

    • City of London: Buses are generally operating on schedule, though delays are expected.

  • Golden Horseshoe / GTA: Most urban boards (Toronto, York, Peel) are Open with buses running, as the heaviest snow is not expected to hit until Tuesday.

School Bus Cancellations and Delays in Canada for February 9, 2026

Province District/Zone Status/Details
Ontario Wellington-Dufferin (Zones 1-4: Guelph, Centre Wellington, North Wellington, Dufferin including RF Hall) All school taxis and buses cancelled in all zones due to current conditions. Schools may remain open.
Ontario Southern Ontario (General Forecast) Slight chance of cancellations due to extreme cold (higher in Northwestern/Northern Ontario: 90-99% likelihood; low in GTA/Southwestern: <10%). No confirmed list for southern areas.
Ontario Tri-Board (Various zones) Possible delays or cancellations; check alerts for inclement weather or driver shortages. No full list for Feb 9.

🇺🇸 USA: Regional Cancellations

The U.S. is seeing a mix of extreme cold delays in the North and storm-related closures in the South and Hawaii.

Hawaii (Statewide)

  • All Public Schools: Closed statewide today by directive of the Governor due to severe weather, potential flooding, and power outages. This includes all University of Hawaiʻi campuses.

North Carolina

Many districts are operating on delays as they navigate the limit of “Remote Learning Days” following recent storms:

  • Guilford County Schools: 1-hour delay. (Note: Some bus stops have been moved due to impassable rural roads).

  • Rockingham, Stokes, and Surry County Schools: 2-hour delay.

  • Lexington City & Davidson County Schools: 1-hour delay.

Pennsylvania & New York

  • Reading School District (PA): 2-hour delay due to inclement weather. No breakfast served; offices open at 9:00 AM.

  • Utica City School District (NY): 2-hour delay due to extreme cold temperatures.


Summary Table for Quick Reference

Region Status Reason
Hawaii (All Islands) CLOSED Severe Storm/Flooding
Reading, PA 2-Hour Delay Inclement Weather
Utica, NY 2-Hour Delay Extreme Cold
Guilford County, NC 1-Hour Delay Impassable Roads
Sarnia-Lambton, ON CANCELLED Snow/Icy Conditions
London (Rural), ON CANCELLED Blowing Snow
State District/School System Status/Details
Colorado Douglas County School District Some bus routes cancelled (rolling schedule due to staffing shortages, affecting Feb 9-12). Schools open.
Indiana East Allen County Schools No student attendance (district-wide in-service day). No buses.
Kentucky Boyd County Public Schools Closed. No buses.
Kentucky Danville Independent Schools 1-hour delay. No morning preschool. Some bus routes impacted by road conditions.
Kentucky Fayette County Public Schools Snow day; classes canceled. No buses.
Kentucky Henry County Schools 2-hour delay. Some roads hazardous for buses (specific list available on district site).
Kentucky Jenkins Independent Schools Closed due to hazardous secondary roads. No buses.
Kentucky Marion County Schools 1-hour delay. Buses on Plan B routes (add 1 hour to pick-up times).
Maryland Allegany County Public Schools 2-hour delay. No morning pre-kindergarten. Buses delayed.
Maryland Harford County Public Schools Schools open; check inclement weather calendar for any bus adjustments.
North Carolina Alleghany County Schools 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
North Carolina Davidson County Schools 1-hour delay. Staff report as safe. Buses delayed.
North Carolina Guilford County Schools 1-hour delay. Some roads impassable for buses; use Here Comes the Bus app for updates.
North Carolina Lexington City Schools 1-hour delay. Buses delayed.
North Carolina Rockingham County Schools 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
North Carolina Stokes County Schools 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
North Carolina Surry County Schools 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
North Carolina Wayne County Public Schools Open regular schedule. Buses normal.
North Carolina Wilkes County Schools 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Butler Area School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Freeport Area School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Gateway School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Greater Latrobe School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Karns City Area School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Knoch School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Mars Area School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Moniteau School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Pittsburgh Public Schools 2-hour delay or remote learning in some cases. Buses delayed.
Pennsylvania Pocono Mountain School District 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Tennessee Benton County Schools Closed. No buses.
Tennessee Dickson County Schools 2-hour delay. Bus driver discretion on icy roads.
Tennessee Henry County Schools Delayed (details vary; check district). Buses affected.
Tennessee Houston County Schools Closed. No buses.
Tennessee Humphreys County Schools Closed. No buses.
Tennessee Macon County Schools Bus driver discretion. Schools open.
Tennessee Overton County Schools Open Monday (no specific delay noted). Buses normal.
Tennessee Robertson County Schools 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
Tennessee Stewart County Schools Closed. No buses.
Virginia Amelia County Public Schools Closed. No buses.
Virginia Brunswick County Public Schools Closed. No buses.
Virginia Cumberland County Public Schools Closed. No buses.
Virginia Fairfax County Public Schools Open on time. Buses normal.
Virginia Loudoun County Public Schools Open on time. Buses normal.
Virginia Prince William County Public Schools Open on time. Buses normal.
Virginia Russell County Public Schools Closed. No buses.
Virginia Spotsylvania County Public Schools Open (recent delays noted, but normal for Feb 9). Buses normal.
Virginia Washington County Public Schools 2-hour delay. Buses on clear roads only.
West Virginia Boone County Schools 3-hour delay. Buses delayed.
West Virginia Braxton County Schools 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
West Virginia Grant County Schools 2-hour delay. Buses delayed.
West Virginia Wood County Schools 2-hour delay due to single-digit temps. Buses delayed.

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