A massive winter storm is bringing heavy snow and powerful winds to the Northeast, with snow totals already topping 2 feet in some areas and wind gusts reaching up to 80 mph. The storm has prompted blizzard warnings across the region, including the first blizzard warning for New York City in nearly a decade.
The storm is expected to continue throughout the day, with snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour making travel nearly impossible. The heavy snow and powerful winds are causing extremely dangerous travel conditions, with over 5,000 flights canceled within, into, or out of the U.S. on Monday.
Latest Developments
As of Monday morning, snow totals have topped 2 feet across the Northeast, with 19 inches recorded in New York City’s Central Park, the biggest snowfall in 10 years. Other snow totals include 16 inches in Atlantic City, New Jersey; 27 inches in Newark, New Jersey; 29 inches on Long Island, New York; and 22 inches in Langhorne, Pennsylvania.
The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for the region, with powerful winds and heavy snow expected to continue throughout the day. The storm has already caused significant disruptions, with over 5,000 flights canceled and travel bans in place across the region.
Impact on Daily Life
The storm is having a significant impact on daily life, with many schools and businesses closed due to the severe weather conditions. The city’s travel ban is still in effect, with residents urged to stay indoors and avoid all non-essential travel.
For the latest updates on the storm, visit ABC News. The National Weather Service is also providing regular updates on the storm’s progress and expected impact.
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