Fed DC Offices Closed, “telework-ready employees must follow their agency’s policies” – “DC Government to Open On Time”

photo by Mark Andre

From OPM:

“1/16/24: Federal offices in the DC area are CLOSED.

Emergency and telework-ready employees must follow their agency’s policies.”

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that DC Government will open on time on Tuesday, January 16. Supervisors are encouraged to allow for liberal leave for those employees who wish to take leave due to weather conditions.

Last night, Mayor Bowser announced that DC Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.

The District Snow Team remains deployed. Based on current weather conditions, intermittent snow is expected through 1:00 p.m., including freezing rain from 5:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Residents should travel with caution and not crowd plows as salting and plowing operations continue.”

From WMATA:

“…early morning on Tuesday, Jan. 16, Metrobus will be operating under its Severe Snow Plan with approximately 40-plus bus routes operating.

Under a Severe Snow Plan, bus service is limited to major roads, with additional snow detours possible based on road conditions.

Customers are advised to travel only if necessary, as snow and ice may create hazardous conditions, causing delays and increased wait times. If snow is blocking the curb, wait on the sidewalk instead of the street until the bus arrives.

Metro is deploying resources throughout the system and across the region to monitor road conditions and keep parking lots, walkways, and stations clear of snow. Customers should build in additional travel time and use caution on platforms, escalators, parking lots, and other areas that may be slippery.

Metrorail is running regular service, though service may change based on weather conditions and staffing availability.”