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Last updated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:06 P.M.

Operations Status:

• Charles County Government is open on Wednesday, Jan. 28 with liberal leave policy in effect. All essential employees are to report as scheduled. 
• The Tuesday, Jan. 27 commissioner meeting has been cancelled
• Emergency Shelter and Warming Center is currently closed.
• VanGO services restored with some delays(See VanGO section)
• For all other county-managed buildings and facilities, visit the Operating Schedule page.

Calling All Snow-Smart Neighbors 

Charles County is preparing for the potential snow coming our way this weekend, and we are asking residents to partner with us to keep roads clear, and residents and responders safe.

Be a Snow-Smart Neighbor this weekend by:

• Parking on the even numbered side of the street
• Staying off the roads and avoiding travel for at least 24 hours after the snow ends

Visit the Snow-Smart Neighbor Engage project page for more information on our snow removal operations and safety tips for residents. 

Stay tuned for snow operation updates this weekend by following us on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, X), signing up for CNS, and visiting our webpage.

Current News Releases related to this event:

Past News Releases related to this event:

• State of Emergency Declared Ahead of Weekend Storm
• Residents Urged to Prepare to Stay Home Ahead of Significant Winter and Ice Storm
• Emergency Shelter & Warming Center to Open for Winter Storm
• Emergency Shelter & Warming Center Closed due to Low Participation
• Emergency Shelter & Warming Center to Re-open at 11 a.m. Today
• Emergency Shelter & Warming Center to Close at 4 p.m. Today, Jan. 25

VanGO Transit Service Update

VanGO Transit Services will operate full-service on Wednesday, Jan. 28 with possible delays due to conditions.

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Road Closures: Click here

Charles County Government Operating Schedule: Click here

Charles County Government Snow Operations: Click here

To report power outages:

• Call 1-877-747-6326
• Visit stormcenter.smeco.coop

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Emergency Preparedness General Information

Affiliated Agencies:

• Charles County Sheriff's Office: www.ccso.us or 301-932-2222 (non-emergency)
• Charles County Health Department: www.CharlesCountyHealth.org
• Charles County Public Schools: www.ccboe.com
• Charles County Public Library: www.ccplonline.org 

Snowplow Naming Update! 

Our Roads crew selected their top 10 favorite snowplow names and now we need your help choosing the final five! 

Vote for your favorite names here. The five names with the most votes will be announced soon, don’t miss your chance to help name our fleet!