Summary
New York City has declared a state of emergency due to a major snowstorm expected to bring blizzard conditions, heavy snowfall, and coastal flooding. The city has imposed a travel ban on non-essential vehicles starting Sunday evening, with certain exceptions for emergency services. Residents are urged to stay home and avoid non-essential travel and food deliveries during the storm.
Key Facts
- New York City declared a state of emergency ahead of a major snowstorm.
- The travel ban for non-essential vehicles starts at 9 p.m. Sunday and ends at noon Monday.
- The storm is expected to bring one to three feet of snow, with blizzard conditions.
- Coastal flooding is predicted, with storm surges of 2.5 to 3.5 feet.
- Public schools will have their first snow day since 2019 due to the storm.
- The Department of Sanitation has 2,600 workers and hundreds of plows in action.
- Emergency services are enhancing staff and resources to cope with the conditions.
- Mayor Zohran Mamdani advises residents to stay home and avoid ordering food deliveries.
