WJAR NBC 10 Latest School Closings and Delays

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When winter weather or emergencies strike Southern New England, WJAR NBC 10 News is the primary resource for school closings and delays across Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. As the region’s leading news station, they provide up-to-the-minute information to help families plan their mornings safely.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Access the Latest Closings

WJAR utilizes an automated system that updates in real-time as superintendents and local officials make decisions. You can check for updates through the following official channels:

Online Dashboard: The most comprehensive list is available at turnto10.com/weather/closings. This searchable database includes public schools, private academies, and daycare centers.
The NBC 10 News App: Available for iOS and Android, the app allows you to sign up for push notifications. This is the fastest way to get an alert specifically for your school district.
On-Air Ticker: During morning broadcasts—typically starting at 4:30 AM—the “Closing and Delay” ticker scrolls continuously at the bottom of the screen.

Understanding the Statuses

Decisions are usually finalized between 5:00 AM and 6:30 AM. Here is a breakdown of what the different listings mean:

Listing Type	Impact on Students
Closed	No school. All extracurricular activities and transportation are canceled.
Delayed (1 or 2 Hours)	School starts later than usual. Bus pickup times are also pushed back by the same amount.
No AM Preschool/Kindergarten	K-12 may be on a delay, but morning-only sessions are canceled entirely.
Early Dismissal	School ends early to ensure students are home before weather conditions deteriorate.

Why Decisions are Made

WJAR’s Storm Team 10 works closely with local officials to determine if conditions are safe. Key factors include:

Snow Accumulation & Icing: Can school buses safely navigate residential side streets?
Sidewalk Safety: Are walkways clear for students who walk to school?
Temperature/Wind Chill: If temperatures are dangerously low (e.g., wind chills below -15°F), schools may close to protect children waiting at bus stops.

Stay Connected

Beyond the website, you can follow @NBC10 on X (formerly Twitter) or Facebook for immediate weather alerts that might lead to widespread closures.

Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for Rhode Island from WJAR NBC 10. NBC 10 WJAR is the news, sports and weather leader for Providence, Rhode Island and surrounding communities, including Cranston, Pawtucket, Woonsocket.

WJAR, virtual channel 10, branded on-air as NBC 10, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Providence, Rhode Island, United States. The station is owned by the Sinclair Broadcast Group.-Wikipedia