Trader Joe’s update – Sam writes: “At the Union Market Trader Joe’s this morning. Almost no produce, zero eggs, almost no meat or dairy”
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“in front of the White House.” photo by John
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Thanks to Swati for sending: “Ok fess up. Who cleared the shelves at Trader Joe’s? Most importantly, WHY?” (more…)
Thanks to S. for sending: “ice on road but this guy must have been speeding like hell…” Other readers report a helicopter above and “It seems that the driver might have fled the scene, which is who they’re searching for.”
From AlertDC: “MPD reports the 500 block of Sheridan St NW is closed in both directions due to crash activity. Please use alternate routes.” (more…)
“Murphy (@lilmurphypup) of Capitol Hill Enjoying the fresh powder!”
Looks like we got about 2-3 inches. Because I am a glutton, you may send any new snow dog photos to [email protected] and I’ll post next week.
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that on Friday, January 7, DC Public Schools will be closed and DC Government will open at 11:00 a.m. Select vaccination and COVID-19 testing sites will be open.
DC Public Schools
DC Public Schools will be closed on Friday, January 7. This includes students previously scheduled to learn virtually. Meal site service is suspended.
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Sites (more…)
photo by Diane Krauthamer
From WMATA:
“Metrobus will begin service on a moderate snow service plan tomorrow, January 7, due to expected snowfall overnight.
In a moderate snow service plan, service on some routes is suspended and detours will be in effect on certain routes to avoid areas prone to hazardous conditions such as hilly terrain and narrow streets. Approximately 119 out of 183 routes will operate. Bus supervisors will assess roads overnight to ensure they are safe for bus operations.
No weather-related impacts to Metrorail are anticipated at this time, with de-icer trains deployed and heaters activated to keep the railway free of snow and ice.”
From the National Weather Service:
“Here’s the latest on winter forecast for tonight. Graphics include warnings/advisories, most likely snowfall, high-end snowfall potential, and start time.” (more…)
Thanks to Abhilasha for sending this awesomeness from Woodley Park.
Here’s the latest on the Winter Weather Advisory from the National Weather Service:
“Another round of accumulating snow is expected across the region this evening into Friday morning. (more…)
From AlertDC:
“The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 9 PM Thursday 1/6 to 5 AM EST Friday 1/7:
WHAT: Snow. Total snow accumulations 2 to 4 inches. Isolated high amounts of around 5 inches are possible. (more…)
Thanks to Thomas for sending from Georgetown: “snow-sculpted (and dyed) Dinosaur” (more…)
Holly writes: “Capitol Hill was opened to sledders. Remember it was closed last year after the riot…and there was a lovely snow last year, but the fence was up and no one could sled. Yesterday, there were Cap Hill. police officers all around, and they were helping the families sledding and watching, and laughing with us. It felt like DC again.”
A few other beautiful photos from the Capitol yesterday: (more…)