County, Federal Government Open, But Employees Allowed to Take Unscheduled Leave

Updated 7:30 A.M.

Fairfax County government offices are open today, however employees have been granted unscheduled leave. Emergency service personnel should report as scheduled.

Federal workers may arrive two hours late, take unscheduled leave, or take unscheduled telework.

Today, the General District Court has its morning docket canceled and the court will open at noon. The Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court has its morning docket canceled and the afternoon docket will begin at 1:30 p.m.; court staff are to report at noon. The Circuit Court will open on time.

Emergency information is available at www.fairfaxcounty.gov, Facebook and Twitter. You can also call the Fairfax County Emergency Information Hotline at 703-817-7771, TTY 771.

Updated 4:40 A.M.

All Fairfax County Public Schools will be closed today. Offices are open with an unscheduled leave policy in effect.

The National Weather Service is predicting a 100 percent chance for a "wintry mix" tonight followed by freezing rain on Tuesday morning, which could play havoc with morning commutes.

The "wintry mix" is a blend of rain, snow and sleet, starting before 9 p.m., with freezing rain falling between 9 p.m. and midnight. More rain or freezing rain is expected after midnight. Tuesday is shaping up to be a rainy day with a 90 percent chance and high of 40 degrees, which should help keep roads from getting icy.

The Capital Weather Gang says that some outlying suburbs in Loudoun County may still have ice, especially in hilly areas.

If you're planning any playdates or outings, Thursday is your best bet. Forecasters are calling for a sunny day with a high of 36 degrees, followed that evening with...you guessed it, snow showers! Forty percent chance.