Mayor Eric Adams' Message to New Yorkers During Snowstorm

Mayor's Advice During Snowfall

• 🏠 Mayor Adams advised New Yorkers to stay home and enjoy the weather, suggesting it's a good day for "Netflix and chill" and potentially a "baby making day" to improve the city's population.
• ❄️ He highlighted the efforts of 2700 sanitation workers who worked 12-hour shifts to clear the streets.

Snowfall and Road Conditions

• 🌨️ The city expected 11 inches of snow but received approximately four inches.
• ✅ By 6:00 a.m., all streets had been plowed at least once, with the Department of Sanitation (DSNY) teams working 12-hour shifts.
• ⚠️ The primary concern is ice and people slipping or cars sliding, making road safety a priority.

When Roads Will Be Clear

• ⏰ Residents and homeowners are also responsible for clearing snow and ice from their properties.
• 🛣️ Mayor Adams anticipates roads will be fairly clear by approximately 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

Message to Tourists and New Drivers

• 🗺️ The city is working to get the safety message out to tourists, acknowledging that while New Yorkers are used to snow, new drivers and visitors may not be.
• 🚗 Drivers are reminded to slow down and not speed, especially those new to driving in snow or who have never experienced it before.
• 🚶‍♀️ Despite initial traffic, walking and shopping in the snow during the Christmas and New Year's season can be a lot of fun.

Mayor's Future Plans

• ✈️ Mayor Adams mentioned he will be taking a trip to somewhere hot in January.
• ⛰️ He views his time as mayor as an honor and privilege, comparing it to climbing a mountain and looking for the next mountain to climb after 40 years in public service.
• ✨ He expressed excitement about his future endeavors in various areas, following what he described as "God's plan A."