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When they said wind was coming they weren’t kidding.

Update for D.C. workers:

“The DC Government is offering unscheduled leave today in light of the wind storm. All essential employees must report to work.”

“All DC Public School Parent & Teacher Conferences scheduled for today are canceled.”

From Alert DC:

“United States Office of Personnel Management reports federal offices in the Washington, DC area are CLOSED. Emergency and telework-ready employees required to work must follow their agency’s policies, including written telework agreements.”

“The D.C. Government will open on-time today Friday, March 2, 2018.”

“Pepco reports scattered power outages in the area of New Hampshire Ave. and Crittenden St. NW. Currently 2,286 customers are affected. If affected or for more information, contact Pepco at 1-877-737-2662.” (more…)

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From ALERT DC:

“The National Weather Service has extended the High Wind Warning from Friday, 3/2/2018 12:00 AM to Saturday, 3/3/2018 6:00 AM EST for the District of Columbia and the surrounding area.

Winds will be from the NW 25 to 40 mph with gusts around 60 to 70 mph. The strongest winds will be Friday morning through Friday evening.

Downed trees, power lines, and widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.” (more…)

Rachel sends from Meridian Hill Park

It got to 77 today. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Jeff sends from Petworth

It is snowing. And it’s kinda sorta sticking a bit.

Send proper snow photos to [email protected] please. Have fun!

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From DPW:

“The National Weather Service is forecasting a wintry mix of snow, sleet and rain beginning overnight and continuing through Wednesday’s morning commute. The DC Snow Team will be called in at midnight to closely monitor temperatures and precipitation, with 150 heavy and light plow trucks ready to treat District roads as necessary. Residents and motorists can register to receive important weather alerts from the District on their devices by signing up for AlertDC at alertdc.dc.gov.

“The DC Snow Team will be monitoring road conditions throughout the early morning hours to determine whether further action is needed,” said DPW Director Chris Shorter. “Our first priority is the safety of motorists on District roads, which we balance with the environmental concerns of over-salting roads when unnecessary.”

To prepare for the overnight wintry mix and morning commute, residents are encouraged to heed the following tips: (more…)

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From DPW:

“The National Weather Service is forecasting a mix of rain and snow, with accumulations of snow up to one inch, beginning around 2:00 am on Tuesday, January 30. The DC Snow Team will be called in at midnight to closely monitor temperatures and precipitation, and treat District roads as necessary. Residents and motorists can register to receive important weather alerts from the District on their devices by signing up for AlertDC at alertdc.dc.gov.

“The DC Snow Team will be on standby overnight, prepared to treat all District routes ahead of the Tuesday morning commute if needed,” said DPW Director Chris Shorter. “Throughout the evening and early morning hours we will be keeping a close eye on the type of precipitation that falls and road temperatures. If temperatures drop and heavy snow begins to fall, we will be ready.”

To prepare for the overnight snow and morning commute, residents are encouraged to heed the following tips: (more…)