Snowstorm Aftermath: Westchester, Long Island, and Bronx Residents Cope with Aftermath

Snowfall and Travel Disruptions

• ❄️ Westchester County experienced over a foot of snow, leading to a travel ban that was extended until the top of the hour.
• 🚗 In Yonkers, many streets were impassable due to the snow, with some residents struggling to even find their cars.
• 🚧 The Cross County Parkway and the Hutch were barely passable, with county police assisting stranded drivers.

Long Island Recovery Efforts

• 🛣️ Travel bans on Long Island have been lifted, but the LIRR remains suspended, impacting morning commuters.
• 🚛 Plow truck drivers are working long shifts, described as "winter warriors," to clear roadways, especially side streets which remain a significant challenge.
• 💡 Some businesses, like a Beth Page Diner, remained open to serve first responders and essential workers.
• ⚠️ Families were forced to brave the blizzard due to loss of power and heat, seeking warmth at relatives' homes or open businesses.

Bronx Cleanup and Community Response

• 💨 The Bronx saw over 20 inches of snow, with wind gusts reaching 61 miles per hour in the Fordham section.
• 🚶 Residents like Kamina Bailey and Lenworth Raymond were actively shoveling storefronts and sidewalks, prioritizing clear pathways.
• 💰 Some individuals, like Thomas Wigfall, engaged in paid gigs to clear snow and make money, while enjoying the experience.
• 🍎 A fruit stand on Fordham Avenue suffered damage from the heavy snow and winds, with its cover shredded and containers disheveled.
• 🚌 Buses were observed as an efficient mode of transportation, packed with people navigating the post-storm conditions.