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MA Schools Shut Down Amid Freezing Rain Chaos
7 Jan
Summary
- Freezing rain caused widespread school closures and delays.
- Most of the state faced winter weather advisories.
- Anticipated snow and ice accumulation impacted travel conditions.
Numerous school districts throughout Massachusetts announced closures or delayed openings on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, due to hazardous conditions created by freezing rain overnight. Slippery roads presented significant challenges for commuters and transportation networks across the state.
The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for most of Massachusetts, which was expected to remain in effect until 10 a.m. Wednesday. Forecasters predicted potential accumulations of up to an inch of snow and as much as two-tenths of an inch of ice in areas outside of southeastern Massachusetts.
This adverse weather event caused a widespread disruption to educational services. The list of affected school districts was continuously updated as the situation evolved, highlighting the dynamic nature of the storm's impact on the region's communities.
