01/25/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/25/2026 18:50
This post was updated Jan. 25 at 6:41 p.m. to update from delayed to suspended operations and add in the temporary closing of the 2nd Avenue bridge.
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - After review of the most recent weather forecast and increased chances for icy road conditions in surrounding areas, The University of Alabama will suspend operations Monday, Jan. 26.
All Monday classes, including those conducted online or remotely, and events are canceled. Libraries, recreation centers and other campus offices and facilities will close. For information on hours of operation for dining halls and other dining options, visit the Bama Dining website.
Essential employees should check with their supervisors regarding work schedules during the suspension of normal operations. Check road conditions and use caution before traveling.
The 2nd Ave bridge between Bryant Drive and 15th Street is closed due to the chance for ice accumulation. It will be inspected Monday morning, and will reopen when it's safe to do so.
Stay weather aware. Download the UA Safety app and follow the @UA_Safety social media channels on Instagram, Facebook and X for weather updates and other safety-related information. Information about severe weather affecting Tuscaloosa and UA is also available on 92.5 FM UA Info Radio.
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state's flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides a forward-thinking environment and over 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus. A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. As the state's largest higher education institution, UA drives economic growth in Alabama and beyond.