New York and New Jersey residents are bracing for a potentially disastrous snowstorm that is expected to bring significant disruptions to daily life.
The National Weather Service has issued warnings of "considerable disruption to transportation and daily life" in the region, with predictions of 6-12 inches of snowfall by Monday. Meteorologists say freezing rain may temper these totals along the coastlines, but frigid temperatures are likely to cover the area in a sheet of ice, making for even worse driving conditions than standard snowfall.
"It's going to snow all day on Sunday," said NWS meteorologist Matt Wunsch. "There will be a pretty decent accumulation ahead of any mixing if it does occur." However, he cautioned that the forecast could still change over the next 48 hours.
Despite these warnings, New York City public school students will have classes on Monday, according to Mayor Zohran Mamdani's announcement last week. Students will either attend in-person classes or participate in remote learning, depending on how the weather develops over the weekend.
Mamdani urged residents to take a "breath and stay home" as soon as the snow starts to accumulate, advising them to avoid traveling, staying indoors, and watching the storm from the safety of their homes. He also warned that Governor Kathy Hochul's declaration of a state of emergency across New York State will allow for easier deployment of resources to areas in need.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill also declared a state of emergency for all 21 counties in her state, warning residents of the potential for significant snowfall and freezing temperatures. She urged residents to stay home, keep their phones charged, and avoid making plans for Monday morning as New Jersey may still be "digging out" of the storm.
As the region prepares for the worst, price gouging has become a concern. New York Attorney General Letitia James warned residents about the dangers of such practices, which can lead to unfair prices for essential goods and services during market disruptions or emergencies.
Grocery stores have seen long lines of shoppers attempting to stock up on supplies as snow preppers and families prepare for the worst. Employees are working hard to keep up with demand, but some stores may struggle to meet the expected surge in customers.
In a city that once nostalgically reminisced about its snow days, Mayor Mamdani acknowledged the constraints of the school calendar, which has led to decisions to keep schools open during snow days. However, he left room for change, saying that snow days "are among life's joys."
As families and residents prepare for the storm, it is essential to stay informed through official channels and reliable news sources. With continued updates on the weather forecast and any changes in school operations or emergency declarations, residents can plan ahead and prioritize their safety above all else.
The National Weather Service has issued warnings of "considerable disruption to transportation and daily life" in the region, with predictions of 6-12 inches of snowfall by Monday. Meteorologists say freezing rain may temper these totals along the coastlines, but frigid temperatures are likely to cover the area in a sheet of ice, making for even worse driving conditions than standard snowfall.
"It's going to snow all day on Sunday," said NWS meteorologist Matt Wunsch. "There will be a pretty decent accumulation ahead of any mixing if it does occur." However, he cautioned that the forecast could still change over the next 48 hours.
Despite these warnings, New York City public school students will have classes on Monday, according to Mayor Zohran Mamdani's announcement last week. Students will either attend in-person classes or participate in remote learning, depending on how the weather develops over the weekend.
Mamdani urged residents to take a "breath and stay home" as soon as the snow starts to accumulate, advising them to avoid traveling, staying indoors, and watching the storm from the safety of their homes. He also warned that Governor Kathy Hochul's declaration of a state of emergency across New York State will allow for easier deployment of resources to areas in need.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill also declared a state of emergency for all 21 counties in her state, warning residents of the potential for significant snowfall and freezing temperatures. She urged residents to stay home, keep their phones charged, and avoid making plans for Monday morning as New Jersey may still be "digging out" of the storm.
As the region prepares for the worst, price gouging has become a concern. New York Attorney General Letitia James warned residents about the dangers of such practices, which can lead to unfair prices for essential goods and services during market disruptions or emergencies.
Grocery stores have seen long lines of shoppers attempting to stock up on supplies as snow preppers and families prepare for the worst. Employees are working hard to keep up with demand, but some stores may struggle to meet the expected surge in customers.
In a city that once nostalgically reminisced about its snow days, Mayor Mamdani acknowledged the constraints of the school calendar, which has led to decisions to keep schools open during snow days. However, he left room for change, saying that snow days "are among life's joys."
As families and residents prepare for the storm, it is essential to stay informed through official channels and reliable news sources. With continued updates on the weather forecast and any changes in school operations or emergency declarations, residents can plan ahead and prioritize their safety above all else.
like, 6-12 inches of snow is a lotta snow i hope everyone prep's tho 
also idk how they're gonna get the schools open on monday tho 
price gouging tho is lowkey a concern 
let's all just try to stay safe & warm this weekend 
. I mean, aren't kids supposed to get to enjoy the snow day like everyone else? 
It feels like they're prioritizing education over safety, and it's not fair to parents who are already stressing about the storm 
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. But still, some kind of alternative arrangement would've been nice 
And what's up with all these price gouging issues? Can't we just stock up on our own supplies already? 
I get it, snowstorm prep is serious business, but can't we just buy what we need online or something? And btw, 6-12 inches of snow sounds like a lot! How are the NYC buses and trains gonna handle that?! 
... still, I guess that 6-12 inches of snow is gonna be a doozy 
. 6-12 inches of snow? That's just crazy talk! And freezing rain on top of that? We're looking at a real ice age situation up in here 
. I'm not saying the mayor is being irresponsible or anything (but kinda...), but come on, can't we just have one snow day as a treat every once in a while?!
I'm just gonna hunker down at home with some hot tea and my cat and hope the power stays on 
. Fingers crossed everyone is safe and warm soon 
my kids would wanna play outside but no way 
ice is gonna be a real pain 
so many ppl r worried about price gouging 
. I mean, I get it, kids gotta learn somehow, but come on, NYC? 6-12 inches of snow is a bit excessive if you ask me 
. Can't they just give the kids a real day off like everyone else?
. I mean, grocery stores are already struggling to keep up with demand, and now people are gonna charge exorbitant prices for bread and milk? No thanks 
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. Or better yet, let's just have universal free hot chocolate and Netflix streaming for everyone during snowy days 
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. Newsflash: the weather is super unpredictable right now, and you never know what's gonna happen. If you're not essential to society or have nowhere else to go, just stay home and enjoy some hot chocolate 
️ instead of stressing about driving conditions.
, especially if it's supposed to get bad out there 
. Guess the city is trying to make up for lost time or something? 