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Thanks to a reader for sending this beauty from near Red Derby on 14th Street.

@BrysaczMassage tweets us the one above from Capitol Hill:

One more after the jump. (more…)

Photo by PoPville flickr user Nikoo’s Photos

UPDATE from WMATA:

“Metro to restore bus service systemwide as of 11 a.m. with snow detours in effect

Metrobus service will transition from the current “severe” snow plan to a “moderate” snow service plan, starting at 11:00 a.m. today. Under the moderate snow service plan, most Metrobus routes will have service with snow detours in effect to keep buses off of hilly terrain, narrow side streets and other problem areas.”

From OPM:

“For 03/17, fed. offices in DC area closed – emergency & telework-ready employees must follow their agency’s policies”

From DC311:

“The District Government and @dcpublicschools CLOSED today.” (more…)

Photo by PoPville flickr user wolfkann

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued from 7pm Sunday- 2pm Monday predicting 4-8 inches for the DC area.

What are the odds for one more snow day?

@MeridianPint [11th and Park Rd, NW] tweets us:

“Indiana Jones trilogy in the basement with sound if @usopm calls a snow day tomorrow. Brunch at 10 movies at noon.”

And remember that street sweeping is suspended for Monday and Tuesday.

And metrobus will be on a “moderate” snow service plan:

“Due to forecast weather and road conditions, Metrobus service is expected to begin Monday on a “moderate” snow service plan, meaning that many Metrobus routes will have planned snow detours in effect to keep buses off of hilly terrain, narrow side streets and other problem areas.  Most, if not all, Metrobus routes are expected to operate under the moderate snow service plan.

Riders can get details and check maps showing the planned detours by using the links below:

• District of Columbia 
• Maryland
• Virginia

All bus service may experience delays due to weather road conditions. Please allow additional time and use extreme caution when traveling.”

A reader writes about the photo above:

“Proof of the crazy wind – I was having a hard time finding my bus stop, but then. Realized why. This is in front of Gallaudet University.”

And another reader writes about the photo below:

“Wind Damage in NW – Poor tree on 9th and M couldn’t handle the wind we have been having.”

Photo by PoPville flickr user Miki J.

From @Mayorvincegray:

“The Snow Emergency has been lifted.”

Park with abandon!

Update from WMATA:

“Most Metrobus service will resume normal routing starting at 1 p.m. today. Many routes had been operating on planned snow detours since 7 a.m. to avoid hilly terrain, narrow streets and other problem areas.

The majority of Metro’s 316 bus routes will resume normal service. However, the following three routes will remain suspended due to road conditions: M8, M9 and U4

In addition, the following ten routes will continue to operate on snow detours: A4, A6, A8, D12, P12, R12, S80, E6, 3A and 3T.”

Photo by PoPville flickr user elleno1975

From OPM:

“For 03/04, federal agencies in the DC area have a 2 hour delay, with the option for unscheduled leave/telework”

From @mayorvincegray:

“Tuesday, 3/4 – DC Govt. & @dcpublicschools will operate on a 2-hour delay. Eligible employees have option for unscheduled leave/telework.

Snow Emergency Remains in Effect until Further Notice”

From DC Taxi Commission:

“The Snow Emergency Fare is extended from 7 pm on March 3 following a Snow Emergency during the day. The fare will end 5 hours later at 12 am midnight unless further extended as determined by weather conditions. This fare authorizes taxis to add a flat fee of $15 to the metered charge.”