Northeast US Paralyzed as Bomb Cyclone Triggers Massive Flight Cancellations
Air travel across the northeastern United States has ground to a near halt as a historic winter storm batters the region. Airports from New York to Boston are reporting thousands of cancellations, leaving travelers stranded and raising urgent safety concerns. Nearly 90% of flights out of New York’s JFK and LaGuardia airports have been called off, while Boston and other hubs face similar disruptions. In total, more than 5,300 flights are canceled and hundreds more delayed.
The storm, now threatening to become a “bomb cyclone,” has prompted six states to declare states of emergency. New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Delaware and Rhode Island have all taken this step, with severe weather alerts extending into Pennsylvania, Maine and New Hampshire. Meteorologists warn of up to two feet of snow in some areas, combined with wind gusts reaching 60 miles per hour and wind chills plunging to -15 Celsius, creating life-threatening conditions on the roads and in public spaces.
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City officials have moved quickly to restrict non-essential travel. In New York City, a travel ban is in effect, aiming to keep residents off the streets while snowplows and emergency crews work to maintain critical routes. The heavy snowfall has already paralyzed daily life: schools are closed or operating online in New York, Boston and Philadelphia, public transport is limited and even food delivery services have been suspended. Power outages are widespread, affecting nearly 650,000 homes, with Massachusetts alone reporting roughly 255,000 homes without electricity.
The storm is being closely monitored for rapid intensification. A bomb cyclone occurs when a storm’s central pressure drops by at least 24 millibars within 24 hours, a phenomenon that can dramatically increase wind speeds and snowfall rates. Experts say this could make the current storm one of the most severe the region has seen in decades.
Authorities are also focusing on public safety beyond travel. Homeless populations are being brought into shelters and warming centers, while emergency services remain on high alert for accidents, downed power lines and stranded motorists. The scale of disruption underscores just how vulnerable major urban centers are to extreme weather events and highlights the complex challenges facing local governments during such storms.
For travelers, residents and businesses alike, this storm is a stark reminder of the power of nature and the importance of preparation. Keep your devices charged, follow local advisories and avoid unnecessary travel. Stay tuned for continuous updates as conditions evolve and recovery efforts intensify across the northeast.
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