NYC Prepares for First Measurable Snowfall of the Season

Winter Storm Arrives in NYC

• ❄️ A winter storm has begun impacting the tri-state area, with the first flakes observed in New York City.
• ⚠️ A First Alert weather day is in effect for tonight and tomorrow due to the expected snowfall.

Snowfall Predictions and Impact

• 🌨️ Meteorologists predict several inches of snow, with accumulations of 2 to 4 inches in the city and 4 to 6 inches in some south and east suburbs.
• 🚗 The snowfall is expected to be significant enough to require snow plows to clear major roadways.
• 🥶 Temperatures are expected to remain below freezing for several days, causing the snow to stick to colder surfaces.

Department of Sanitation Preparedness

• 🚛 The Department of Sanitation is preparing for the snow event, with 700 plows ready to be deployed.
• 🛠️ Sanitation crews have begun their grinding process ahead of the snowfall to ensure road clearance.

Community and Business Response

• 🛍️ Despite the cold, vendors and patrons at the Harlem Holiday Market embraced the snowy forecast.
• 🏪 Businesses like Nuthouse Hardware Midtown are remaining open 24/7, having never closed for emergencies like storms.
• 🛒 Residents are heading to stores like Home Depot to purchase supplies such as shovels and rock salt in preparation.

Viewer Engagement

• 📸 Viewers are encouraged to send in their snow pictures and videos to be featured on air.
• 📱 The latest conditions will be tracked by the First Alert weather team and available on CBS News New York.