Storm Threatens School Closings

With a blizzard watch underway, and snow forecast in the double-digits, school administrators are on high alert, paying close attention to changing weather patterns and whether Monday’s accumulation will require an early dismissal.

Jack Perna, the Montauk superintendent, said that cancellations had yet to be determined, but that “everyone should be prepared and ready for the next three days."

Eleanor Tritt, the Amagansett superintendent, planned on keeping a close watch from Sunday night into Monday morning. “Unless something changes, we will probably wait until tomorrow morning to determine the schedule,” said Ms. Tritt. “It will depend on when the snow actually begins.”

Elizabeth Mendelman, president of the Springs School Board, said that while only a few inches are expected during the day on Monday, an early dismissal could very well result, particularly if the South Fork gets more accumulation than currently anticipated.

Meanwhile, Richard Burns, the East Hampton superintendent, remains hopeful that Monday will result in a full day of classes. Tuesday, however, is anyone’s guess.

Check back frequently as the snow arrives for updates.