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What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: All public schools, state and county offices closed Tuesday - Big Island Now
Lubbock ISD, along with city and county offices, will remain shuttered Tuesday.
This decision impacts thousands of students, parents, and city employees. Many are still grappling with icy roads and cold homes. It marks the third consecutive day of widespread closures following the unexpected weekend blizzard that crippled much of the region. Major arteries, like 19th Street, saw limited plowing. Travel remains treacherous for many.
For families, this means another day of navigating childcare and remote work, often without reliable electricity or internet. Business owners in the Depot District are also feeling the pinch. Fewer people can safely travel downtown to support local establishments. The ongoing recovery effort strains resources and tests everyones patience, slowing the return to normalcy.
Nearly a quarter of Lubbock County residents are still without electricity. That figure is unseen since the devastating 2011 Groundhog Day blizzard.
Common questions
Why are Lubbock schools and offices closed on Tuesday?
- Lubbock ISD, along with city and county offices, are closed Tuesday due to ongoing cleanup from Winter Storm Goliath. Extensive power outages, particularly south of 50th Street, and icy roads make reopening unsafe for residents.
Which parts of Lubbock are most affected by power outages?
- Power outages are extensive, particularly impacting areas south of 50th Street and extending towards Buffalo Springs Lake. Crews are actively working to restore power in affected neighborhoods like Tech Terrace and Raintree.
How long have schools and offices been closed in Lubbock?
- Lubbock schools and city/county offices have been closed for three consecutive days due to the winter storm. Tuesday marks the third day of widespread closures following the unexpected weekend blizzard that impacted the region.
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