Brrr. No doubt it’s cold out, but we want to know, did you get any snow? Jump out of bed and go peek out of your window. Seriously, go — we’ll wait.
Even if your neighborhood has only seen a dusting, several schools, businesses, and government offices have already made changes to their schedules due to snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Keep reading for a list of closures and delays.
Closures
❄️ Schools
- Charleston County School District | All school and district buildings will be closed, and eLearning + remote work will take place.
- Berkeley County School District | Students and staff will shift to an eLearning day.
- Dorchester District Two | Schools will be operating on an eLearning day.
- Dorchester District Four | The district is shifting to an eLearning day.
All after-school care, activities, programs, and athletic practices and games have been postponed or canceled.
- Charleston Southern University | The university will pivot to online learning and all on-campus, in-person events are canceled. Dining services will remain available.
- College of Charleston | Classes will be virtual today, residence halls will remain open, and dining and necessary support services will also be provided.
- The Citadel | Classes will take place online. The mess hall, Deas Hall, Daniel Library, and the Infirmary will remain open.
- Trident Technical College | All Trident Technical College campuses will be closed + classes and services will be virtual.
- Medical University of South Carolina | Officials are monitoring the potential impacts of the expected winter storm. At last check a decision on Wednesday, Jan. 22 classes had not been made.
❄️ Government
City of Charleston | Offices are closed, and all public meetings are being rescheduled. See changes to garbage and trash collection, warming shelters, and other tips for the winter weather.
See the changes several surrounding cities and towns have made.
- City of North Charleston
- Isle of Palms
- Town of James Island
- City of Folly Beach
- Town of Mount Pleasant
- Town of Summerville
The aquarium, several restaurants, stores, and museums have also announced closures; so if you must head out, be sure to check their social media accounts or call ahead for updates.
❄️ Resources
Keep an eye on what’s next and if any more winter weather is headed your way.
- National Weather Service
- WCBD
- WCIV
- WCSC
- SC Emergency Management Division
- SC Department of Transportation
❄️ We want to see your winter wonderland
Share your pictures with us for a chance to be featured in an upcoming newsletter or Instagram post.
