Winter storm hits US Northeast
A powerful winter storm is moving quickly through the US Northeast, bringing heavy snow and disrupting daily life for millions of Americans. (Reuters)
Millions of Americans affected
More than 30 million people from West Virginia to New England are under a winter storm warning as the Nor'easter blankets parts of the area with up to 6 inches of heavy, wet snow. (Reuters)
New York City expected to receive up to 7 inches of snow
In New York City, rain transitioned to snow during the early hours of the morning. Forecasts predict the city could receive up to 7 inches of snow throughout the day, leading to dangerous driving conditions. (Reuters)
New York City emergency management urges drivers to use caution
The Lower Hudson valley is experiencing snowfall rates of up to 2 inches per hour, creating rapidly covered roads and hazardous driving conditions. The New York City emergency management has urged drivers to use caution. (Reuters)
Mayor declares state of emergency declared
Parts of the region may see up to 12 inches of snow before the storm moves eastward later in the day. Boston may receive 9 inches, prompting the mayor to declare a state of emergency. (Reuters)
Administration orders closure of schools, million students affected
School districts across the region have cancelled in-person classes for the day. New York City, with its 1 million students, is conducting classes remotely. (Reuters)
End to snow drought
The storm marks the end of a nearly two-year 'snow drought' in New York City, which officially concluded in mid-January with a light snowfall in Central Park. (AP)
Travel disruptions reported due to storm
Over 1000 flights to and from New York's LaGuardia, Boston Logan International, and Newark Liberty International airports have been delayed or cancelled due to the storm. (Reuters)
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