WIS News 10 Latest School Closings and Delays

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When severe weather threatens the Midlands, WIS News 10 serves as the primary resource for South Carolina residents seeking real-time school closings and delays. From Richland and Lexington to Sumter and Orangeburg, staying informed is the first step in ensuring student safety.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Access the WIS Closings List

WIS News 10 provides several platforms to check for changes to your school’s schedule:

Online Searchable Database: Visit the WIS School Closings page for a live list that is updated as soon as superintendents make official announcements.
The First Alert Weather App: This is the fastest way to get alerts. You can set up “Push Notifications” for your specific county to be notified immediately of delays or closures.
On-Air Ticker: During WIS News 10 First Edition and WIS News 10 Today, look for the scrolling text at the bottom of your screen for a rotating list of every affected district and organization.

Understanding the Procedures

Decisions regarding school schedules are typically made in the early morning hours, often by 5:00 AM, though “Early Release” decisions may be made midday if conditions deteriorate.

Types of Notifications

2-Hour Delay: School begins two hours later than normal. This allows daylight for bus drivers to navigate potentially icy or flooded roads and gives maintenance crews time to clear walkways.
e-Learning Day: Students do not report to the building but are expected to complete assignments online.
Closed: All school activities, including sports and after-school care, are canceled.

Why Schools Delay or Close

Midlands superintendents coordinate with WIS First Alert Meteorologists to evaluate:

Road Safety: Specifically for rural routes where unpaved or low-lying roads may flood or freeze.
Wind Speeds: High winds can be hazardous for high-profile vehicles like school buses.
Temperature: Extreme “RealFeel” temperatures may prompt delays to prevent students from waiting at bus stops in dangerous cold.

Midlands Counties Covered:

WIS News 10 monitors districts in the following areas:

Richland (Districts 1 and 2)
Lexington (Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5)
Sumter
Kershaw
Orangeburg
Newberry
Fairfield
Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for South Carolina from WIS News 10. WIS-TV is South Carolina’s breaking news and First Alert Weather forecast leader for Columbia, Lexington, Irmo, Sumter, Orangeburg, Newberry

WIS, virtual and VHF digital channel 10, is a dual NBC/CW-affiliated television station licensed to Columbia, South Carolina, United States. The station is owned by Gray Television.-Wikipedia