NYC Digs Out: Staten Island Plows, Transit Updates, and Black Ice Warnings After Nor'easter

Nor'easter Aftermath and Forecast

• 🥶 Temperatures are dropping, turning slush into black ice, posing a hazard for tomorrow morning's commute.
• ❄️ The storm dropped over a foot of snow across 60% of the viewing area, with some parts of Staten Island receiving over 2 feet.
• ⚠️ The National Weather Service issued a special weather statement advising extra caution due to potential black ice on untreated roads and sidewalks.

Staten Island's School Commute Concerns

• 🏘️ Residents and officials in Staten Island express concern that streets will not be ready for school buses by Tuesday morning due to heavy snowfall and narrow roads.
• 🚚 The city is dispatching 65 additional pieces of equipment, including specialized plows, to Staten Island to aid in cleanup.
• 🏫 Despite concerns, Mayor Adams stated that schools will reopen for in-person learning, emphasizing its importance for many New Yorkers.
• 👩‍🏫 Teachers' union president noted that teachers will assess safety for themselves and their families regarding returning to school.

Long Island and New Jersey Cleanup Efforts

• 🚜 Businesses on Long Island face challenges with snow-blocked entryways, while Main Street in Babylon has seen significant clearing.
• 🧱 Neighbors in Babylon have been actively shoveling, with some describing the heavy, wet snow as lifting bricks.
• 🤝 Acts of community kindness are highlighted, such as neighbors helping elderly residents with snow removal.
• 🚇 LIRR is set to restore limited service on six branches starting at 4 a.m. Tuesday, with plans to restore more service throughout the day.

New Jersey Transit and Hoboken Cleanup

• 🚧 Hoboken is experiencing a significant cleanup effort on its narrow streets, with crews working through the night.
• 🚗 Residents are asked to stay off roads to allow crews to work efficiently; street sweeping and trash pickup are suspended.
• 🚆 NJ Transit will operate on a modified schedule for buses, light rail, and heavy rail, with potential delays and detours expected.
• 🧊 The snow in New Jersey is described as much heavier than the previous storm, but warmer temperatures are anticipated, unlike the prolonged cold of the last event.