Blizzard Slams NYC: Snow Totals Climb as Travel Ban Freezes the Northeast
What was supposed to be a light snowfall has exploded into one of the most dangerous winter storms the Northeast has seen in years.
A powerful nor’easter is now hammering the region and the numbers are climbing fast. In New York City alone, early reports show 9 to 11 inches of snow already on the ground in Manhattan, even higher totals in parts of the Bronx and Staten Island and the storm is not finished yet. Forecasters say the city could see anywhere from 12 to 18 inches before this system pulls away. Parts of Long Island could approach two feet.
This is not just about snowfall totals. This is a full blizzard. That means sustained winds over 35 miles per hour and visibility reduced to near zero for hours at a time. Snow is falling at rates of up to 3 to 4 inches per hour in some bands. When that happens, roads disappear. Emergency vehicles struggle to move. And travel can quickly become life-threatening.
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Officials have responded with sweeping action. A state of emergency has been declared in New York and across neighboring states. New York City has issued a travel ban for non-essential vehicles. Streets, bridges and tunnels were effectively shut down overnight to allow plows and emergency crews to operate. Violating that order could carry criminal penalties.
Public transit has been hit hard. NJ Transit suspended trains, buses and light rail. Long Island Rail Road service was halted overnight. Thousands of flights have been canceled nationwide, with New York airports seeing the most disruption. More than 200,000 customers across the Northeast are without power as heavy snow and strong winds bring down lines.
Schools across the region, including New York City public schools, are closed. Warming centers are open for vulnerable residents as temperatures remain bitterly cold.
The National Weather Service warns this storm could rank among the top ten worst in New York City in the past 150 years. That is the scale we are talking about. A storm that only days ago was expected to bring a few inches has intensified dramatically, catching many off guard.
For millions of people from Maryland to Maine, this is a test of preparation and patience. The message from authorities is clear. Stay off the roads. Stay indoors if you can. And check on neighbors who may need help.
We will continue tracking snowfall totals, power outages and the timeline for when conditions will improve. Stay with us for verified updates as this historic winter storm continues to unfold.
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