What Happened
A powerful winter storm, described as one of the most severe in a decade, has blanketed the northeastern United States with heavy snowfall, affecting over 40 million people. Reports indicate that some areas received up to 90 cm of snow, with wind gusts reaching 90 km/h. Major cities, including New York, faced travel bans and significant disruptions to daily life.
Why It Matters
The storm has led to widespread school closures and the cancellation of over 9,000 flights, stranding thousands of passengers. New York City was particularly hard-hit, prompting Mayor Zohran Mamdani to declare a state of emergency and impose travel restrictions. The National Weather Service warned of potential flooding in parts of New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts, compounding the storm’s impact.
What’s Next
As the storm begins to move northward and conditions improve in some areas, meteorologists caution that another storm may be on the horizon. Roads are gradually reopening, and public transport is resuming in affected cities. However, many regions, particularly in Rhode Island, are still grappling with the aftermath of the storm, with some areas reporting record snowfall.
