Snowed In and Shut Down: Frustration Grows Across Anne Arundel County
Right now, frustration is boiling over in parts of Anne Arundel County as residents and families say they have been left stranded, unheard and struggling days after a major winter storm hit the region.
In neighborhoods like Arundel Forest near Severn, roads remained packed with snow and ice long after the storm passed. Residents describe streets that were barely passable, cars spinning in place and even tow trucks getting stuck while trying to help others. Neighbors grabbed shovels and worked together just to free vehicles, while many said they simply could not leave their homes.
This situation has quickly spilled over into a much larger issue, especially for Anne Arundel County Public Schools, known as AACPS. With icy roads and limited access in several communities, schools across the county were forced to remain closed or shift to virtual learning. For many families, this has meant juggling work, childcare and unreliable internet, all while wondering when normal routines will return.
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Parents say the closures are not just about snow days anymore. The district has already used up its allotted weather days, raising concerns about how long disruptions can continue and what it means for students’ learning. Teachers and staff are also impacted, with some unable to safely travel due to untreated neighborhood roads.
Adding to the frustration is the county’s snowplow tracking system. Residents reported that online maps showed their streets as cleared when, on the ground, nothing had changed. That gap between official information and lived reality has fueled anger and distrust. County officials later acknowledged issues with the map and said it was temporarily unavailable, while crews continued working around the clock.
County leaders say the vast majority of roads have been serviced and that remaining areas are being prioritized. Plows were eventually seen moving through some of the hardest-hit neighborhoods, easing tensions slightly, but many residents argue the response came far too late.
This matters because it highlights more than a single storm. It raises questions about preparedness, infrastructure and communication, especially as extreme winter weather becomes more unpredictable. When roads are impassable, schools close, workers cannot get to their jobs and entire communities feel cut off.
As cleanup continues and AACPS works to stabilize the school schedule, families are watching closely to see what changes come next. Stay with us as we continue to follow this developing situation and bring you the latest updates on road conditions, school operations and the county’s response.
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