A powerful post-holiday winter storm is currently sweeping across the U.S. Northeast, bringing a dangerous combination of heavy snow, freezing rain, and high winds. The storm has prompted official emergency declarations and paralyzed travel during one of the year’s busiest weekends.
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- Heavy Snowfall: New York City is bracing for its most significant snow event since 2022. Forecasters predict up to 12 inches of snow in parts of Long Island and the Hudson Valley, with snowfall rates reaching 2 inches per hour.
- Ice and Sleet: A “glaze” of freezing rain is creating treacherous conditions across Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and New Jersey, leading to “black ice” concerns on major roadways.
- Official Response: Governors in New York and New Jersey have declared States of Emergency, urging residents to stay off the roads to allow emergency crews and snowplows to work.
Travel Disruptions
The storm has caused significant ripple effects throughout the U.S. transportation network:
| Category | Impact Statistics |
| Flight Cancellations | Over 2,250+ flights canceled (Friday and Saturday combined). |
| Flight Delays | More than 7,800 delays reported by FlightAware. |
| Major Airports | JFK, Newark, and LaGuardia are reporting the highest volume of disruptions. |
| Road Travel | Commercial vehicle bans are active on several New York and New Jersey Interstates. |
Airline Policy Updates
To assist stranded travelers, major carriers including American Airlines, United, and JetBlue have announced they are waiving change fees. This allows passengers to rebook their flights without penalty if their travel was scheduled during the storm window.
“The safety of New Yorkers is my top priority… I continue to urge extreme caution and ask residents to avoid unnecessary travel.”
— Governor Kathy Hochul
