March Blizzard Closes Denver Zoo, Museums And Malls
DENVER (CBS4) - In addition to closing schools across Colorado, the March Blizzard has prompted the closure of the Denver Zoo and at least three museums.
***WEATHER ALERT**** Due to the ❄ & ????, the Zoo will be closed today. Stay warm out there!
— Denver Zoo (@DenverZoo) March 13, 2019
The Denver Museum of Nature and Science planned to close at noon, but shortly after 10:30 a.m. officials announced they would begin their closing procedure.
We've reconsidered and are starting our closing procedure now. We'll see you tomorrow! https://t.co/WEzXDOvbUw
— Denver Museum (@DenverMuseumNS) March 13, 2019
The Denver Art Museum also closed for the day on Wednesday.
Due to severe weather conditions, the #DenverArtMuseum will be closed today. Thank you for your cooperation! Find timely updates here and on our website. https://t.co/9IqHXqhx76 pic.twitter.com/iF5RvArjcg
— Denver Art Museum (@DenverArtMuseum) March 13, 2019
The Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus also closed Wednesday.
We are closed due to inclement weather today, March 13. Stay safe out there!
Posted by Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus on Wednesday, March 13, 2019
The Park Meadows mall in Lone Tree, Flatirons Crossing in Broomfield, Town Center at Aurora, and the Cherry Creek Mall in Denver closed for the day.
If you are planning on heading out into the storm, call ahead to make sure your destination is open.
The Bomb Cyclone has caused more than 1,000 flight cancellations at Denver International Airport and caused closures on I-25 and I-70.