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“Safe Return operations at DC Public Schools (DCPS) will shift one day.” And other DC Government Operations Info

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Diane Krauthamer

From the Mayor’s Office last night:

“Mayor Bowser also announced that Safe Return operations at DC Public Schools (DCPS) will shift one day. Schools will be closed on Monday, January 3. DCPS staff should report their COVID-19 test results before 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 4. DCPS students must now test on Wednesday, January 5. Families can pick up their rapid antigen test on Tuesday, January 4 between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. or on Wednesday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Schools are scheduled to re-open on Thursday, January 6.

District Government will operate in a telework posture for non-essential/non-emergency employees. Essential employees will report for duty as previously scheduled, unless otherwise directed. All in-person programming at DC Government agencies will be closed. Virtual appointments and online services will continue unless otherwise stated.

Test Yourself DC at-home PCR tests and Test Yourself Express rapid tests will be available for pick-up on Monday, January 3 from 2:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (or until supplies run out) at four firehouses:

Engine 4 at 2531 Sherman Ave NW
Engine 8 at 1520 C St SE
Engine 31 at 4930 Connecticut Ave NW
Engine 33 is located at 101 Atlantic St SE

All other testing sites will be closed. Residents will still be able to drop off Test Yourself DC tests at drop boxes at libraries and recreation centers before 8:00 p.m. Engines 4, 8, 31, and 33 will also accept Test Yourself DC drop-offs on January 3 during the hours listed above.

Meal distribution sites at DCPS and Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) facilities will be closed.

Trash, recycling, and Christmas tree collections will “slide” to the next day for the remainder of the week into Saturday. For example, households that normally receive trash/recycling collections on Monday will be serviced Tuesday.

While the snow emergency is in effect, motorists may not park on snow emergency routes and vehicles parked on these routes may be towed. (more…)

It is not a dream – Snow Dogs Volume One!

By Prince Of Petworth


“@rustythedcmutt in Edgewood!”

How excited are folks about this snow? This is the earliest set of snow dogs we’ve gotten in over 15 years of covering snowstorms! Magnificent. There will be rounds two, three and who knows how many – send your snow dogs (cats, rabbits, who knows) throughout the day to [email protected] and let me know neighborhood you are in.

More snow dogs! (more…)

Winter Storm Warning Issued 4-6 inches of Snow Possible

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: Should we get more than 6 inches Gertrude_Buttersplosh is requesting this storm be called ‘SNOVID 2022’ and I’ll allow it! Also, as always please email your snow dog photos to [email protected]

From the National Weather Service:

“Winter Storm Warnings and Advisories expanded with more snow now forecast.”

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser will deploy the District Snow Team, starting at midnight, Monday, January 3, 2022, with a full deployment of more than 100 snowplows. The District Snow Team will begin treating roads with salt at midnight. Currently, there is a high level of variability in the National Weather Service’s forecast; while the forecast is expected to be updated later this evening, Washington, DC could receive anything from very little accumulation to eight inches of snow. Currently, the forecast calls for accumulations of three to five inches with the heaviest band from 4:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. The air temperature and road temperature are forecast to be 32F-34F.

The District’s Hypothermia Alert will be activated at 7:00 p.m. Residents are encouraged to call 311 or (202) 399-7093 if they see someone in need of shelter. (more…)

Developing: Snow Coming!! Snow Coming??

By Prince Of Petworth

Today is supposed to get to 63 degrees in DC. However later tonight: Early word for the National Weather Service:

“A low pressure system has trended north and west over the last 24 hours, which will now bring the potential for heavy snowfall into portions of our area late tonight into Monday morning.”

Update from NWS: “Winter Headlines are in effect from 1:00 AM through 1:00 PM Mon. This is the current expected snowfall (left image) and the worst-case snowfall (right image).” (more…)

Hypothermia Alert goes into effect at 7:00 p.m. “On-Demand Transportation to Shelter is Available by Calling (202) 399-7093 or 311”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Diane Krauthamer

From the Mayor’s Office:

“With the first Hypothermia Alert of the season going into effect at 7:00 p.m. this evening, Mayor Muriel Bowser is calling on residents to stay vigilant and to help their neighbors experiencing homelessness in need of shelter by calling the Shelter Hotline. You can request transportation for yourself of someone else by calling the Shelter Hotline at (202) 399-7093 or by dialing 311. If you believe there is an immediate medical emergency, please call 911. (more…)

If you see snow plows on the roads today you’re not hallucinating

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Nathan Castellanos

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that members of the District’s Snow Team will host a training exercise to ensure they are prepared for every aspect of the District’s snow and ice operations. The Snow Team is led by the Department of Public Works (DPW), with support from the Department of Transportation (DDOT).

“The winter weather dry run gives us an opportunity to inspect and evaluate all the pieces that go into a successful winter weather response,” said Mayor Bowser. “The dry run is also a good reminder that now is the time for Washingtonians to sign up for the Serve DC Volunteer Snow Team. This year, we’re especially looking for volunteers in Wards 4, 5, 7, and 8 who can deploy to help their neighbors shovel sidewalks and steps after a snowfall.”

The Snow Team–which also includes the Department of General Services, Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency, and Serve DC–prepares for wintry weather year-round, with snow-plow operator simulation exercises beginning in the summer. Throughout the day today, plow operator will drive their routes, checking for obstacles they might encounter during an actual snow event. (more…)

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