Federal agencies in the Washington, DC area announced a two-hour delayed arrival for employees on February 2, 2024, due to anticipated snowfall. The announcement allows for options such as unscheduled leave or telework, providing flexibility for employees amid inclement weather.
Employees are advised to arrive no more than two hours later than their usual start time. Those wishing to telework unscheduled must ensure they are prepared to work from home or take leave for the entire day. It is important to note that weather and safety leave is generally not available for teleworking employees who do not report to the office.
For employees scheduled to work remotely, they are expected to begin their work on time unless they request unscheduled leave. Non-telework employees are required to report to their worksite and may receive weather and safety leave for up to two hours past their regular arrival time. Should they choose to take unscheduled leave, they will not be eligible for weather and safety leave.
Emergency employees must report to their designated work locations on time unless instructed otherwise by their agencies. Employees who are on preapproved leave or other paid time off, including those who request unscheduled leave, will typically need to use their leave time and will not qualify for weather and safety leave.
The National Weather Service has forecasted that the District may receive between **2 and 4 inches** of snow overnight. In response to this, snowplows will begin salting the streets around noon.
As the weather conditions continue to evolve, employees are encouraged to stay informed about any further updates regarding work arrangements and safety protocols.
For more detailed information about this announcement, employees may refer to their agency’s official communications.