ALABAMA — As dangerous icy roads and lingering winter weather effects continue following recent cold and wintry conditions across Alabama, at least some school systems have announced adjusted schedules for Thursday, January 29, 2026. Decisions by local districts focus on travel safety for students and staff amid overnight freezing temperatures and patchy black ice on roadways.
Confirmed Schedule Changes for Thursday
- Mobile County Schools (MSCS) — All schools and district offices will be closed Thursday, Jan. 29, with the closure also planned for Friday, Jan. 30, due to weather conditions.
- Lauderdale County Schools — Schools will start late Thursday, with classes beginning at 10:30 a.m. as crews work to address icy road conditions and ensure safer travel.
Weather and Ongoing Impacts
Officials across Alabama have been reporting hazardous travel conditions related to black ice and freezing temperatures this week, which have prompted closures, remote learning days and delayed start times in many communities. In some areas earlier in the week, multiple central Alabama districts opted for delays or closures due to ice and extreme cold, following a period of black ice and low wind chills that made bus routes and secondary roads unsafe.
Guidance for Families
School officials continue to prioritize safety for students and staff. Alabama families are encouraged to check with their local school district’s official website or alert system for the latest updates, as additional changes to schedules for Thursday or the rest of the week may be announced based on overnight conditions and road assessments.
