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UMD Alert: Closed 1/29/26-1/30/26
Classes are canceled. Students check ELMS-Canvas and university email for updates on academic coursework, as faculty may implement asynchronous learning. Steam, heat, and hot water issues persist due to extreme cold weather, and crews are working to address the ongoing outages. Only weather-essential employees report Thursday and Friday. Campus roads and walkways are largely cleared, and faculty are permitted to come to campus to prepare labs and materials for…
UMD Advisory: Last Update for Steam Outage
This is the last message for the steam outage on campus. Facilities Management has restored steam operations and temperatures are rising. Full restoration to normal indoor temps and hot water may continue into early afternoon. Continue to limit time outdoors and follow emergency guidance to stay warm as temps stabilize. More info at http://umd.edu/weather
UMD Advisory: Steam Outage
UMD has experienced a significant steam outage with reduced heat in many buildings and no hot water for showers and food preparation. Facilities Management has identified the source of the problem and is working on solutions throughout the morning. Residential students will receive more guidance. Weather-essential employees are encouraged to communicate with supervisors. Dining halls are affected by the outage; expect delays. Limit time outdoors and follow…
UMD Alert: Closed 1/28/26
Classes are canceled Wednesday. Students check ELMS-Canvas and university email for updates on academic coursework, as faculty may implement asynchronous learning. Only weather-essential employees report. More info on classes and operations: http://umd.edu/weather Use caution, limit time outdoors, and allow crews to clear snow and ice. University crews are making every effort to resume campus operations.
UMD Alert: Closed 1/27/26
Classes are canceled. Students check ELMS-Canvas and university email for updates on academic coursework, as faculty may implement asynchronous learning. Only weather-essential employees report. More info on classes and operations: http://umd.edu/weather Use caution, limit time outdoors, and allow crews to clear snow and ice.
UMD Advisory: UMD Closed Monday
The University of Maryland, College Park is closed Monday, Jan 26, 2026, due to forecasted inclement weather. Classes are canceled and only weather-essential employees report. More details and FAQs at umd.edu/weather