Schools closing in Middle Tennessee early because of severe weather outlook

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Ahead of severe weather this afternoon, some school districts dismiss their students early.

Here is who is closing early:

• Bedford County Schools — closing two hours early
• Franklin County Schools — 1 p.m.
• Giles County Schools — 1 p.m.
• Lawrence County Schools — 1 p.m.

We will update this list if more schools close.

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