Tri-State Area Snowstorm: Road Conditions, School Closures, and Forecast Updates

Storm Impact and Forecast

• ❄️ Snow has been falling throughout the day across the Tri-State Area, with some areas experiencing sleet and rain mixing in.
• 🥶 Extreme cold may have contributed to the deaths of six people in the city.
• 🏫 City schools will move to remote learning on Monday due to the storm.
• ✈️ LaGuardia Airport is shut down until at least 8:00 p.m., and NJ Transit service has been suspended.

Road Conditions and Travel Warnings

• ⚠️ Drivers are urged to stay off the roads due to dangerous conditions, including icy ramps and unplowed side streets.
• 🚗 Heavy vehicles are having difficulty navigating through snow and potential ice on major roadways like the Deegan Expressway.
• 🧊 Surface temperatures remain cold enough for slick spots and freezing rain to develop, especially in southern New Jersey.

Snowfall Totals and Timeline

• 📊 Current snow reports show Bridgeport, CT at 13 inches, Newark, NJ at 9.8 inches, and Central Park, NY at 8.8 inches, with final estimates expected to be higher.
• ⏳ The steady snow is expected to continue north and west through midnight, with sleet and snow in New York City and points south and east.
• 🌦️ Sporadic snow showers are possible throughout Monday, with minor accumulations.

Community Response and Preparedness

• 🤝 The Mayor was seen helping a car stuck in Williamsburg, highlighting a spirit of community assistance.
• 🛒 Despite dangerous conditions, some residents were seen shopping for essentials, with stores running low on items like bread and eggs.
• 🛠️ Plow crews are working around the clock, pre-treating streets and salting operations to melt ice and reach pavement.
• 🏠 Warming centers are set up around the city, and utility crews are on standby.