City Service Changes for Winter Weather Event

January 21, 2025

Winter weather uncommon to North Florida is slated to blanket the Big Bend, with freezing temperatures and precipitation creating hazardous conditions. The National Weather Service has placed Tallahassee under a Winter Storm Warning through mid-day Wednesday, Jan. 22. As winter weather conditions intensify, the City of Tallahassee is prepared to respond to impacts from freezing rain, snow and extremely cold temperatures. City crews stand ready to respond as swiftly as safely possible should service issues arise.

Residents are advised to use extra caution when driving once the winter precipitation arrives. Icy, slick conditions are likely. The timing of local impacts from precipitation accumulation is expected to begin around 4 p.m. this evening, Jan. 21. The latest forecast increased snow chances for Tallahassee, with 2-3" expected, though amounts could fluctuate as the system moves into the area. Please stay off the roads unless necessary.

As part of City operational preparedness and safety plans, some City services will change over the coming days. Current updates as of 8 a.m. on Jan. 21 are below.

Daily Operations Schedule
Tuesday:

• Administrative offices will close today at 3 p.m.
• The Tallahassee International Airport remains open and fully operational. There have been multiple commercial flight cancellations, and additional cancellations and/or delays are expected. If airport field conditions deteriorate and conditions warrant, operations may be suspended until it is safe to resume operations. Travelers are advised to check their flight status with their airline.
• Solid Waste Services are already shifted by one day this week due to the holiday. Collection will proceed per the holiday schedule.
• Community centers and the Senior Center will close at 3 p.m.
• All athletics and gymnastics programs will end at 3 p.m.
• Pools are closed through Thursday.
• The Animal Service Center will close at 3 p.m.
• StarMetro will suspend operations at 3 p.m.

Wednesday:

• Administrative offices will be closed to the public.
• StarMetro will resume operations as early as conditions allow.
• If airport operations are suspended due to weather, they will resume as quickly as it is safe to do so. Travelers are advised to check their flight status with their airline.
• Community centers and the Senior Center will open at noon.
• All athletics and gymnastics programs are canceled.
• Pools are closed through Thursday.
• The Animal Service Center will open at noon.
• Golf courses will open as conditions allow.
• Solid Waste Services are already shifted by one day this week due to the holiday. Collection will proceed per the holiday schedule.

Thursday:

• Administrative offices reopen to the public.
• All athletics and gymnastics programs resume normal operations.
• Pools reopen, weather permitting.
• Solid Waste Services are already shifted by one day this week due to the holiday. Collection will proceed per the holiday schedule.

The City of Tallahassee wants to ensure residents know what to do when the forecast calls for freezing temperatures and other inclement winter weather conditions. Visit Talgov.com/ColdWeather for tips and information. Customers can call 850-891-4968 for utility service needs or report service issues via the City’s free DigiTally app.

Stay weather aware with information from the National Weather Service at Weather.gov/tae or X.com/NWSTallahassee.

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