Gov. Laura Kelly has ordered state offices in Shawnee County to be closed on Thursday, Feb. 7, because of safety concerns about the winter storm in Kansas.
Forecasts showed ice and snow accumulation, causing safety concerns with road conditions.
“Due to ice, snow and extremely cold temperatures, we are closing state offices in Shawnee County on Thursday,” Kelly said. “Please, stay safe and warm.”
This declaration did not include employees in the Board of Regents, Regents Institutions, the Judicial Branch, nor the Legislative Branch of government, according to the announcement. Their designated representative will make a separate declaration for those employees if appropriate.
Appointing authorities in offices located outside Shawnee County have the option to declare inclement weather for those counties.
According to the Unified Government social media page, Wyandotte County District Court will not open until 10 a.m. Thursday, because of icy weather.