NYC Resumes Services and Reopens Schools After Major Winter Storm

Citywide Cleanup and Return to Normalcy

• ❄️ New York City is actively engaged in a major cleanup effort following a significant winter storm, aiming to restore normal operations.
• 🏫 New York City public schools are scheduled to reopen for in-person learning after a day of virtual instruction.
• 🚗 Alternate side parking has been suspended to facilitate the ongoing snow removal and cleanup operations.

Transportation and Weather Protocols

• ✈️ All three major airports are largely back on schedule with minimal delays, though deicing operations are extensive.
• 🥶 Connecticut has extended its severe weather protocol until at least February 5th due to extreme cold.
• 🚆 New Jersey Transit is operating trains on a severe weather level two schedule, while buses will run on a regular weekday schedule.

Resident Experiences and City Services

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families experienced remote school days, with some parents noting the desire for a full snow day for children to enjoy the significant snowfall.
• 🏠 The storm impacted parents' ability to work, requiring them to stay home and supervise remote learning.
• ✅ The Mayor has stated that all city services are expected to be back online, with streets cleared and students returning to school.

Snow Removal and Infrastructure Challenges

• 🚧 While streets are being cleared to be passable for emergency vehicles, significant snow piles remain, especially at corners.
• 🚚 DSNY is prioritizing snow removal, with plans to haul away large amounts of snow and conduct additional passes on bike lanes and roadways.
• 🛒 Grocery store shelves in some areas, like a Manhattan Trader Joe's, have not yet recovered from increased demand.
• ⚙️ Snow melting operations will soon be activated, utilizing large machines capable of melting up to 120 tons of snow per hour.
• 🏫 Sidewalks outside schools, such as PS122, have been cleared and prepped for the return of students and buses.