New York Braces for Major Snowstorm: Up to 10 Inches Expected

UPDATE: New York City is facing its first major snowstorm in over three years, with forecasts predicting 6 to 10 inches of snow beginning Friday afternoon. The storm is expected to peak overnight and taper off early Saturday, creating hazardous travel conditions during one of the busiest weekends of the year.

Travelers across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut are bracing for significant disruptions. Airlines are already canceling flights at all three major New York airports, and New Jersey has declared a state of emergency. Storm warnings are in effect across southeastern New York, northern New York, western Connecticut, and eastern Pennsylvania, as officials prepare for the incoming weather.

City and state agencies are mobilizing resources, with streets and highways being treated with liquid salt and snow plows ready for deployment. The National Weather Service has issued advisories indicating that this storm could bring conditions classified as extreme in some areas.

Residents in areas like Port Jervis, located about an hour and a half northwest of Manhattan, are stocking up on essential supplies. At Berthiaume’s Neversink Lumber Co., customers are purchasing shovels, antifreeze, and ice-melting salts. Store employee Steven Drumm, who has extensive winter weather experience, humorously stated his plans: “Plow and then hide.” He added that he plans to enjoy hot chocolate with his children while weathering the storm.

As the snow begins to fall this evening, authorities urge residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. The rapidly changing conditions could lead to treacherous roadways and limited visibility.

Stay tuned for updates as this developing situation unfolds. Emergency services remain on high alert, and residents are advised to monitor local news and weather reports for the latest information.