WEAU 13 News Latest School Closings and Delays

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As winter weather moves across Western Wisconsin and the Chippewa Valley, WEAU 13 News is the primary resource for families to stay informed about school schedules. With heavy snowfall and icy conditions common in the region, knowing where to find the most accurate closing information can save you a cold trip to a locked school building.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

Where to Find the Latest Closings

WEAU 13 News provides several ways to access the “Closings and Delays” list, which is updated the moment a school administrator confirms a change in status.

1. The WEAU 13 News Website

The most comprehensive list is found on the WEAU Closings Page. This list is alphabetized and includes schools, daycares, technical colleges, and even some local businesses or senior centers.

2. The WEAU 13 News App

For parents on the go, the mobile app is the fastest way to get updates.

Push Notifications: You can set the app to alert you specifically for “Severe Weather” or “Breaking News,” which often includes major district closures.
Live Stream: If the power goes out, you can watch the morning news live via the app to see the scrolling ticker.

3. On-Air During “Hello Wisconsin”

During the morning broadcast of Hello Wisconsin (starting at 4:30 AM), a continuous ticker runs along the bottom of the screen. Schools are listed alphabetically, so if you miss yours, wait a few minutes for the loop to restart.

Understanding the “Big Three” Statuses

In Wisconsin, “weather-related” doesn’t always mean “closed.” Here is what to look for on the WEAU ticker:

Status	Details
Closed	No school. Virtual learning may still be required depending on the district’s “Snow Day” policy.
2-Hour Delay	School starts 2 hours late. Morning 4K/Pre-K classes are usually canceled during delays.
Early Release	School is dismissed early to get students home before a storm hits its peak.

Pro-Tip: Many Western Wisconsin schools, such as the School District of Altoona, aim to have their final decisions called into WEAU by 5:45 AM to ensure parents are notified before they begin their commutes.

Beyond Schools: Other Closings

The WEAU 13 list isn’t just for K-12. During significant weather events, keep an eye out for:

UW-Eau Claire & Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) alerts.
Meals on Wheels cancellations.
City Transit delays (Eau Claire Transit).

Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for Wisconsin from WEAU 13 News. Find western Wisconsin local news, weather, sports and community information from WEAU 13 News.

WEAU, virtual channel 13, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States. The station is owned by Gray Television.-Wikipedia