Snow and ice remain on many roadways across Habersham County, and while some melting occurred Monday, officials warn conditions could worsen again by early Tuesday due to refreezing.
Habersham County Schools will be closed to students on Tuesday, February 3, due to ongoing road hazards and the high potential for black ice in the morning. Superintendent Patrick Franklin said that twelve-month employees should report to work at 8:30 a.m. or when it is safe to do so.
The closure comes as temperatures hovered near freezing overnight, allowing melted snow to refreeze on untreated roads, bridges, and shaded areas. School administrators are monitoring the roads and shared photos of
Franklin said higher temperatures and rainfall on Tuesday will allow students to return to class after one more snow day.
“I look forward to having our students back in school on Wednesday [Feb. 3],” he said.
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