School Closures & Delays: Nevada Winter Storm Updates – Feb 7, 2024

A powerful winter storm is disrupting operations across northern Nevada, leading to widespread school closures and delays on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The disruptions extend to higher education institutions and some non-essential government services, impacting students, staff, and commuters alike.

Several school districts have announced complete closures for the day. The Tahoe Truckee Unified School District and the Storey County School District will both be closed, cancelling all classes and activities. The Carson City School District is also closed, with a specific directive that there will be no student activities, after-school programs, practices, transportation, nutrition services, or student health services available. Northern Nevada Literacy Center classes are cancelled, though offices and the testing center will remain open.

Other districts are operating on a delayed schedule. The Churchill County School District will operate on a two-hour delay, with bus routes adjusted accordingly and breakfast services unavailable. Lyon County School District schools will also begin two hours late, including pre-kindergarten programs. Oasis Academy K-8 and High School in Fallon will start at 10:00 a.m., with student drop-off beginning at 9:45 a.m. Students at Oasis Academy taking college classes are advised to check the Western Nevada College (WNC) website for schedule updates.

Higher education institutions are also adjusting to the inclement weather. The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) has cancelled all in-person classes scheduled before 10:00 a.m., while web and remote classes will proceed as planned. Non-essential campus operations at UNR are also delayed until 10:00 a.m., including those at the Redfield campus. Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) will have a delayed start until 11:00 a.m., with all classes and services operating remotely before that time via Canvas, Zoom, and other online platforms. The TMCC Child Care Center will open at 10:30 a.m. Western Nevada College’s Carson City campus and Child Development Center will open at 10:00 a.m., while the Fallon campus will operate on its regular schedule, opening at 8:00 a.m.

Bishop Manogue Catholic High School has opted for a full day of virtual learning, closing its campus to in-person instruction. This move reflects a broader trend of schools prioritizing safety and continuity of education through remote learning options during severe weather events.

The decision to close or delay schools and operations is based on forecasts predicting continued snow accumulation, which officials say could create unsafe travel conditions for students, staff, and families during the morning commute. District leaders are encouraging families to monitor official school websites, email alerts, and social media pages for the latest updates as the storm progresses.

While the immediate impact is on the education sector, the broader economic consequences of the storm remain to be seen. School closures often lead to childcare challenges for working parents, potentially impacting workforce participation. Delays in transportation and logistics could also affect supply chains and business operations in the region. The storm’s impact on travel, particularly in the Sierra Nevada, is significant, with all Sierra highways shut down, according to reports. This disruption to transportation networks could have ripple effects on tourism and commerce.

The situation is fluid, and further closures or delays are possible as the storm continues. Residents are advised to exercise caution and stay informed about the latest weather updates and official announcements from local authorities and school districts.