NYC Alternate Side Parking Suspended Amidst Winter Storm Recovery

Lingering Winter Storm Impacts

• ❄️ Despite warmer temperatures and sunshine, New Yorkers are still dealing with the impact of last week's winter storm, particularly drivers.
• 🚗 Many cars remain buried in snowbanks, with some drivers hoping for natural melting before needing to dig them out.
• 🐕 Warmer weather has allowed people and their pets to be more active outdoors, a welcome change after days of frigid temperatures.

Alternate Side Parking Suspension

• 🗓️ The city has suspended alternate side parking rules for five more days due to the ongoing challenges of snow removal during a deep freeze.
• 🎁 This suspension is seen as a significant relief, or a "gift," for New Yorkers who have endured a difficult period.

Snow Removal Operations

• 🧹 City sanitation crews have been working around the clock, clearing over 52,000 crosswalks, 11,000 fire hydrants, and 17,000 bus stops.
• 🧊 More than 150 million pounds of snow have been melted across the five boroughs, with over 200 million pounds of salt laid down.
• 🚧 Efforts continue to address icy mounds and snowdrifts that are encasing vehicles and blocking access.