City government operations in Washington, D.C., will be modified today, due to the cold weather. Essential personnel are required to report to work, while non-essential employees may telecommute. Non-essential in-person services will be closed, and garbage, recycling, and food waste collection have been postponed, with delays expected throughout the week, according to an official announcement.
DC Public Schools (DCPS) students are not affected, as schools were already scheduled to be closed, but educators will carry out their duties remotely. Public charter schools have been advised to close for in-person operations, with families receiving updates directly from their schools. The District has also extended 24-hour operations at several hypothermia shelters for vulnerable populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, from last Friday, at 7 p.m. through Tuesday, at 7 a.m.
Transportation services in Washington, D.C., are experiencing adjustments due to the cold weather. DC Streetcar service will be suspended, and reversible lane operations on roads including Canal Road and Rock Creek Parkway are temporarily halted. Parking enforcement will be relaxed, except on Snow Emergency Routes where ticketing and towing remain in effect through Tuesday morning. Residents are also reminded of the ongoing Extreme Cold Alert and are encouraged to follow recommended cold-weather safety precautions.
Government buildings, including recreational centers, libraries, community dining sites, and some service centers, will be closed. Many services have shifted to online or call-in options, with details available on dc.gov. Property owners are reminded that sidewalks must be cleared within eight hours after snowfall to maintain safe pathways during extreme weather.
Snow-clearing operations are fully underway, with heavy and light plows addressing roads and properties, respectively. Bike lanes are scheduled for clearing after major roads have been serviced. Residents are advised to contact Pepco to report power outages or downed wires and to avoid touching fallen power lines. The community is encouraged to assist senior residents and those with access needs by volunteering with the DC Volunteer Snow Team to help keep walkways clear.
