Biting Chill Hits NYC: Officials Warn of Arctic Blast
Residents of New York City are bracing for a weekend of subzero temperatures that will make the outdoors an unforgiving environment. A powerful Arctic cold front is expected to move in on Saturday, bringing a brief window of snowfall before plummeting temperatures take hold.
According to meteorologists at the National Weather Service, New Yorkers can expect temperatures to drop rapidly, with lows predicted to reach as low as 5 degrees by Sunday morning. The strong winds will push real-feel temperatures down to minus 15 or minus 20 degrees, posing a significant threat to life and health.
The extreme cold warning issued by the NWS has officials urging residents to take precautions seriously. They are advising people to check on their neighbors and pets, especially vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and young children. It's also crucial for everyone to bundle up in layers and limit exposed skin while outside.
"We're going to start the day in the lower 20s, and then it looks like by early evening we could be down to around 10 degrees," said David Stark, a NWS meteorologist. "These conditions can lead to hypothermia and frostbite in as little as 15 to 30 minutes."
The harsh weather has already claimed several lives in the city. In the past two weeks, at least 17 people have been found dead outside, with many of those deaths suspected to be caused by hypothermia.
In response to the crisis, officials are calling on residents to report anyone who appears vulnerable to the cold by contacting 311. The city is also adjusting its housing inspectors' schedules to address a record number of complaints about lack of heat and hot water in homes.
With temperatures expected to rebound starting Tuesday, some relief may be on the horizon. However, even with warmer temperatures forecasted for the rest of the week, the average temperature will still be below 40 degrees – far from the normal standards.
For now, residents are advised to prioritize their safety by staying indoors and taking precautions against the extreme cold. The city's waterways have also been severely impacted, with New York City Ferry service suspended until further notice.
Residents of New York City are bracing for a weekend of subzero temperatures that will make the outdoors an unforgiving environment. A powerful Arctic cold front is expected to move in on Saturday, bringing a brief window of snowfall before plummeting temperatures take hold.
According to meteorologists at the National Weather Service, New Yorkers can expect temperatures to drop rapidly, with lows predicted to reach as low as 5 degrees by Sunday morning. The strong winds will push real-feel temperatures down to minus 15 or minus 20 degrees, posing a significant threat to life and health.
The extreme cold warning issued by the NWS has officials urging residents to take precautions seriously. They are advising people to check on their neighbors and pets, especially vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and young children. It's also crucial for everyone to bundle up in layers and limit exposed skin while outside.
"We're going to start the day in the lower 20s, and then it looks like by early evening we could be down to around 10 degrees," said David Stark, a NWS meteorologist. "These conditions can lead to hypothermia and frostbite in as little as 15 to 30 minutes."
The harsh weather has already claimed several lives in the city. In the past two weeks, at least 17 people have been found dead outside, with many of those deaths suspected to be caused by hypothermia.
In response to the crisis, officials are calling on residents to report anyone who appears vulnerable to the cold by contacting 311. The city is also adjusting its housing inspectors' schedules to address a record number of complaints about lack of heat and hot water in homes.
With temperatures expected to rebound starting Tuesday, some relief may be on the horizon. However, even with warmer temperatures forecasted for the rest of the week, the average temperature will still be below 40 degrees – far from the normal standards.
For now, residents are advised to prioritize their safety by staying indoors and taking precautions against the extreme cold. The city's waterways have also been severely impacted, with New York City Ferry service suspended until further notice.
but like i guess it's also kinda cool that we're getting a break from all this warm weather for a sec? i mean who doesn't love a good excuse to stay inside and binge-watch their fave shows with a hot cuppa 
️?! plus, the city is being super proactive about checking on vulnerable neighbors and pets, which is amazing 
so let's just hope everyone stays safe and warm until the temps rise again 
but not in a good way lol. i feel so bad for those people who lost their lives to hypothermia already this week. 17 is just heartbreaking 
and now with the wind chill making it even colder? that's just crazy 
. what's even more concerning is how many people are going to be affected by lack of heat in their homes... it's like, we need to take care of each other here! 
so yeah, let's all stay warm and safe indoors this weekend and hope the weather improves soon 
It's just a heads up from the NWS to bundle up and check on our seniors... like we hadn't heard that one before 
. Anyone else planning on enjoying the ice rink in Central Park this weekend or will it be more like an ice box out there? 
This is getting crazy 
. People need to take this seriously, it's not just about wearing a coat or gloves anymore. Hypothermia and frostbite are no joke 
. Let's make sure we're checking on each other, especially our neighbors and pets 
. Stay safe, NYC 
and i dont get why they need to adjust housing inspectors' schedules because of heat issues... cant they just fix it like, ASAP? 
anywayz, hope ppl stay safe n warm 
. I'm already planning to stay indoors for the weekend and check on my neighbors too, just in case someone needs help. And yeah, it's super important to bundle up like a snowman 
️. The thought of real-feel temps being minus 15 or minus 20 degrees is giving me chills 
! I feel so bad for all those vulnerable ppl out there who can't afford to keep warm at home. The city should do more to help ppl who are struggling, like providing emergency warmth or something 
bundle up in layers already 
this is so crazy! i was in nyc last month and it felt like winter already... now its even colder than that? my grandma lives in queens and she always worries about the cold. we gotta make sure to check on her and make sure she's got warm clothes 
. 17 people have already lost their lives due to this weather... that's just heartbreaking.
. And btw, what's with all these precautions? A little layering and some hand warmers isn't gonna hurt anyone... 
Low temps? 5 degrees? 
That's crazy cold! 
. Check on elderly & pets, bundle up, stay indoors 