Emily McFadden introduces her baby brother Bear to his first snow day in Kentlands.
Until today, the mild winter has been something to talk about in the Gaithersburg area. Although flakes rained down on Jan. 3 and Jan. 9 there was no accumulation and the white specks quickly disappeared as temperatures stayed over the freezing mark. There were no school delays or closures before today either.
On the morning of Jan. 21, Montgomery County Public Schools officials announced closures at its facilities for Saturday School and interscholastic sports. The facilities remain open for other community activities. Quince Orchard Swim and Tennis canceled swim lessons at its indoor facility too. There were no closures or delays at city of Gaithersburg facilities.
Another bright note: Gaithersburg’s Public Works crews worked through the night to ensure the streets were clear of snow and ice Saturday morning too.
“It’s our signature service,” said James Arnoult, Gaithersburg’s public works director, before the snow arrived.