Metro Nashville-Davidson County is preparing for a significant winter weather event, prompting changes in operations and public services. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning from Tuesday night through Wednesday afternoon, indicating hazardous winter weather conditions.
Residents are advised to expect hazardous travel conditions and bitterly cold temperatures, with snow lingering and not expected to melt until the weekend. Rivers are high but should recede over the week, and temperatures are predicted to remain below freezing until Friday, with some areas potentially staying below freezing until Saturday.
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The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) will initiate cold patrols to assist vulnerable populations, particularly if the weather remains dangerous through Friday and Saturday nights. Metro Nashville-Davidson County employees are encouraged to work from home where possible, and the public should stay informed through local news for updates on closures and changes to services.
The Nashville Fire Department (NFD) has prepared its apparatus for winter conditions by equipping snow chains and will maintain emergency operations despite administrative closures. The Nashville Department of Transportation (NDOT) has been pre-treating snow routes and is ready to deploy salt trucks as soon as snow begins.
Metro Nashville Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, along with all after-school activities, and district offices will function remotely. Metro Waste Services has adjusted trash and recycling collection schedules, with some services postponed and others rescheduled for later in the week.
Other city services, including health department clinics, general sessions court, juvenile courts, and various administrative offices, will also be impacted by closures or remote operations. Metro Social Services is actively providing meals and conducting welfare checks for vulnerable residents to ensure their safety during the storm.
The public is encouraged to prepare homes for the cold, protect plumbing from freezing, and monitor road conditions before traveling. Safety measures for pets, driving, and power outages are emphasized, with links to further resources provided to assist residents during the winter weather event. For more information on service updates, residents can visit hub.nashville.gov and the applicable department websites.
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Tennessee State Offices Closed Due to Weather
Governor Bill Lee has announced the closure of state offices in Tennessee‘s West and Middle Grand Divisions on February 19 due to an impending winter storm. Despite the physical closures, online state services will remain available, and remote work is encouraged where possible. The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency is actively monitoring the situation, and the Tennessee Department of Transportation is pre-treating roads to mitigate the storm’s impact. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel in affected areas.