Philadelphia public, Archdiocesan schools closed Thursday

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- All Philadelphia public schools will be closed on Thursday due to the snow.. Also, the Philadelphia Archdiocese said its city schools will be closed.

In a statement the Philadelphia School District says, "Due to the forecasted inclement weather, all School District of Philadelphia schools will be closed Thursday, February 9, 2017. All after-school activities including all athletic programs and professional development sessions scheduled for Thursday are canceled as well. All District early childhood centers will also be closed). In addition, administrative offices will be closed."

The Philadelphia Archdiocese notes that schools in the suburban counties normally follow the decision of their corresponding local public school district and submit closure status independently.

Other school closings and delays will be posted as we get them at 6abc.com/SchoolClosings