Tri-State Area Braces for Second Round of Snow; Travel Advisory Issued

Weekend Snowfall and Forecast

• ❄️ The Tri-State Area experienced its first round of snow on Saturday, with some areas in Bergen County, New Jersey, exceeding snow total expectations.
• 📊 Saturday's snowfall varied, with LaGuardia and Central Park receiving around an inch, while New Fairfield, Connecticut, saw nearly 6 inches.
• ⚠️ A First Alert weather day has been issued for Sunday as another, potentially stronger, round of snow is expected to move into the region.

Sunday's Winter Weather Advisory

• 🌨️ Snow is forecast to begin overnight into Sunday morning, with potential for moderate snow and a rain-snow mix, especially along the Jersey Shore.
• 📈 Accumulations of two to five inches are possible for a larger area, prompting a Winter Weather Advisory for New York City, Long Island, and parts of New Jersey and the Lower Hudson Valley.
• 🥶 Following the snow, arctic air is expected to bring morning temperatures down to near 15 degrees Fahrenheit next week.

Community and Travel Impacts

• 🏞️ In Bergen County, residents enjoyed the snow with activities like sled riding at Dole Park, while others focused on clearing walkways and sidewalks.
• 🚗 New York City has activated its winter weather emergency plan and issued a travel advisory, urging residents to stay home if possible due to potentially slippery and treacherous conditions.
• ✈️ Airports experienced significant delays due to the weather, with LaGuardia, Kennedy, and Newark reporting hundreds of delayed flights.

Preparation and Community Care

• 🏠 Homeowners are advised to have shovels ready for clearing snow and to check on neighbors, particularly older residents, to ensure they are safe and have what they need.
• 📱 Residents are encouraged to follow Notify NYC for pertinent alerts and updates regarding the winter weather.
• 📸 Viewers are invited to submit their snow pictures and videos to CBS News New York for potential broadcast.