Tri-State Area Digs Out After Several Inches of Snow

Snowfall and Its Impact

• ❄️ Parts of New Jersey and the Tri-State Area received several inches of snow, with some areas getting at least 6 inches.
• 💡 Residents in Union experienced significant snowfall, with one individual noting it was more snow than anticipated.
• ⚠️ Many woke up without power, impacting daily routines such as making coffee.

Road Safety and Clearing Efforts

• 🚗 The Department of Transportation advised drivers to give plow trucks ample space and to clear snow and ice from their vehicles, including license plates.
• 🧹 Clearing driveways and sidewalks was challenging due to the heavy and abundant snow.
• 🌨️ Alternate side parking was suspended due to snow operations, though parking meters remained in effect.

Airport Disruptions

• ✈️ Snowfall caused significant delays and cancellations at major airports: LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark.
• 📈 LaGuardia reported 492 delays and 372 cancellations, JFK had 515 delays and 206 cancellations, and Newark experienced 501 delays and 244 cancellations.

Public Enjoyment and Holiday Spirit

• ☃️ Despite the inconveniences, some residents enjoyed the snow, with activities like building snowmen and sledding.
• 🛍️ Shoppers at the Columbus Circle holiday market embraced the snowy, Christmas-like atmosphere, finding it magical and festive.
• 🐕 Central Park was packed with people walking dogs and sledding, with many dogs appearing to enjoy the snow.

Regional Snowfall Details

• 📊 Westchester County also saw substantial snow, with Harrison receiving at least 3 inches.
• 📺 CBS News New York provided First Alert weather coverage of the event.