WTAP Television Latest School Closings and Delays

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In the Mid-Ohio Valley, winter weather can change rapidly, making school schedules unpredictable. WTAP, the region’s “First Alert” leader, is the primary source for real-time school closings and delays across Wood County (WV), Washington County (OH), and the surrounding areas.

Current School Closings and Delays Status

How to Find the WTAP Closing List

To ensure you have the most accurate information before heading out the door, WTAP provides updates across several platforms:

WTAP “First Alert” Weather App: This is the fastest way to get updates. You can enable push notifications for “School Alerts” to get a buzz on your phone the moment a district makes an announcement.
The On-Air Ticker: During WTAP News at 5, 6, and 11 PM and the Morning News (starting at 5:00 AM), closings scroll continuously at the bottom of the screen.
WTAP.com: The official website maintains a live, alphabetized list under the Closings & Delays section.

Understanding Common Status Updates

When viewing the WTAP ticker, you will see specific terminology used by Mid-Ohio Valley superintendents:

Status	Details
2-Hour Delay	School starts two hours late. Bus routes run two hours later than normal. No morning Pre-K.
Closed	No classes. Generally, all extra-curricular activities and athletic events are also canceled.
NTI / Remote Learning	School buildings are closed, but students are expected to log in for “Non-Traditional Instruction” days.
Early Dismissal	Used when weather worsens during the day; students are sent home 1–2 hours early.

The “First Alert” Process

Superintendents in the Parkersburg-Marietta area typically begin evaluating roads as early as 3:30 AM. They coordinate with the WTAP First Alert Weather team to understand the timing of ice or snow accumulation. Most local districts aim to announce a delay or closure by 5:30 AM to reach parents before buses begin their morning routes.

Pro-Tip: If you live on a “back road” or in a high-elevation area, your specific bus stop may be delayed even if the district is on a regular schedule. Always check your district’s “Snow Route” plan.

Get the latest school closings, cancellations, and delays. View school closures for West Virginia from WTAP Television. The Mid-Ohio Valley’s source for local News, Sports, Weather and more, on-air and online.

WTAP-TV, virtual channel 15, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Parkersburg, West Virginia, United States. Owned by Gray Television-Wikipedia