TENNESSEE — Schools across parts of eastern Tennessee could face multiple closures or delays next week as districts evaluate the impacts of a winter storm expected to bring accumulating snow to the region this weekend.
Forecasts indicate that eastern Tennessee, particularly higher elevations and mountainous areas, may receive measurable snowfall. While snowfall totals and exact locations remain uncertain, school officials say snow accumulation combined with prolonged cold temperatures could create hazardous conditions that extend into the upcoming school week.
Even after snowfall ends, subfreezing temperatures can allow snow and ice to remain on roadways, bridges, and secondary routes. These conditions are especially significant in eastern Tennessee, where many school buses travel narrow, winding, or higher-elevation roads that are slower to clear. Early morning refreezing can further increase the risk for transportation operations…