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Winter Storm Prompts Service Changes and Closures in Durham NC as City Prepares Shelters

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Published on January 24, 2026
Winter Storm Prompts Service Changes and Closures in Durham NC as City Prepares SheltersSource: Facebook/City of Durham

A winter storm is expected to impact Durham, North Carolina, this weekend, prompting the City of Durham to adjust local services. Most city facilities will be closed on Monday next week and Parks & Recreation services will close by 2 p.m. today and remain closed until tomorrow, as per the City of Durham's Facebook post.

GoDurham buses will end service early at 3 p.m. today, and the Waste Disposal & Recycling Center will operate from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. today. Holiday tree drop-off events at Lowe’s and Home Depot have been canceled, and Parks & Rec rentals after 2 p.m. today are also canceled.

White flag shelters are available throughout the city, and a mass care shelter will open at Northern High School at 10 a.m. today. The shelter is pet-friendly and provides essentials such as showers. Residents are advised to monitor city updates for the latest information and use caution on roads.