New Yorkers bracing for frigid temperatures, snow potential dwindling as bomb cyclone approaches.
A powerful low-pressure system is hurtling towards New York City, bringing with it a prolonged period of subzero temperatures that could feel even more bitter. The storm, dubbed "bombogenesis," is expected to bring only a few inches of snow to the city, but the National Weather Service warns that the chances of actual snowfall are waning by the hour.
According to meteorologist Dominic Ramunni at the National Weather Service's New York office, the system is intensifying fast and may pass just far enough offshore to spare the city from the worst of the cold snap. However, this won't necessarily mean a reprieve for residents, who can still expect daytime temperatures in the teens and lower 20s, with brutal conditions unfolding in the early morning hours.
Ramunni warns that prolonged exposure to these conditions is extremely hazardous, as evidenced by the tragic losses of life during last Sunday's storm. He advises New Yorkers to dress warmly, limit their time outdoors, cover exposed skin, and take precautions against windchill, which will exacerbate the cold.
This latest cold snap is unusually long-lived – the city hasn't experienced a stretch of sub-freezing temperatures this prolonged in nearly eight years. To put that into perspective, recent winters have been relatively mild, with limited snowfall and milder cold snaps. The forecasted highs of 15 to 20 degrees below normal for seven consecutive days are notable even among meteorologists.
By Thursday night, temperatures will plummet to around 11 degrees, with windchills making conditions feel even more biting. It won't be until midway through next week that temperatures begin to rise, potentially above the 30-degree mark. However, Ramunni cautions that February is notorious for brutal winter weather, so it's essential for residents to stay vigilant and monitor forecasts closely as the storm approaches.
A powerful low-pressure system is hurtling towards New York City, bringing with it a prolonged period of subzero temperatures that could feel even more bitter. The storm, dubbed "bombogenesis," is expected to bring only a few inches of snow to the city, but the National Weather Service warns that the chances of actual snowfall are waning by the hour.
According to meteorologist Dominic Ramunni at the National Weather Service's New York office, the system is intensifying fast and may pass just far enough offshore to spare the city from the worst of the cold snap. However, this won't necessarily mean a reprieve for residents, who can still expect daytime temperatures in the teens and lower 20s, with brutal conditions unfolding in the early morning hours.
Ramunni warns that prolonged exposure to these conditions is extremely hazardous, as evidenced by the tragic losses of life during last Sunday's storm. He advises New Yorkers to dress warmly, limit their time outdoors, cover exposed skin, and take precautions against windchill, which will exacerbate the cold.
This latest cold snap is unusually long-lived – the city hasn't experienced a stretch of sub-freezing temperatures this prolonged in nearly eight years. To put that into perspective, recent winters have been relatively mild, with limited snowfall and milder cold snaps. The forecasted highs of 15 to 20 degrees below normal for seven consecutive days are notable even among meteorologists.
By Thursday night, temperatures will plummet to around 11 degrees, with windchills making conditions feel even more biting. It won't be until midway through next week that temperatures begin to rise, potentially above the 30-degree mark. However, Ramunni cautions that February is notorious for brutal winter weather, so it's essential for residents to stay vigilant and monitor forecasts closely as the storm approaches.
this cold snap is going to be a real challenge for New Yorkers! I feel for them, gotta respect the weather gods for bringing a warning like this 
. The idea of prolonged exposure to these harsh conditions is just worrying - it's always better to err on the side of caution when it comes to the weather, especially after seeing what happened last Sunday 
. I hope everyone stays safe and cozy indoors until things warm up a bit 
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snow in nyc? like, we dont get that here at all! its so crazy how much temps are plummeting rn 15-20 below normal? thats like winter in the frozen tundra 
anyway i guess its good that ppl are being warned but also kinda sad cuz who wants to be stuck outside w/ windchill & subzero temps 
gotta stay safe though, thats def importance. wish everyone in nyc stays warm & cozy until this storm passes 
I hope people are taking Ramunni's warnings seriously – dressing warmly and staying indoors during the harsh morning hours is a must. Windchill is no joke, guys! 
It's crazy how these storms can hit so hard and catch us off guard... fingers crossed it passes just offshore like they're saying 
. I mean, what's up with these prolonged cold snaps? It's like we're stuck in some kind of interminable winter loop 
. And don't even get me started on the National Weather Service's predictions - I swear, they're more concerned with sounding like a politician than actually helping us out 
. I mean, what's the deal with these windchills and cold snaps that just keep coming back? It's like our country is stuck in some kind of never-ending cycle of winter woes 
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... I mean, I know it's not looking good for snow, but that prolonged sub-zero temps could be super harsh. I feel bad for all those people who are going to have to brave the elements just to get stuff done 
. I'm a bit surprised too, since we haven't had anything like this in ages... 8 years is a looong time! 
Like, who needs that kinda cold in their life?! Anyway, this bomb cyclone thingy... it's actually pretty cool (not literally, obvs). The whole 'bombogenesis' thing is like a fancy weather term for when the storm system intensifies super fast. And yeah, it's not looking good for NYC - just a few inches of snow? That's basically nothing! 
We don't wanna see any more of those tragic losses, if you know what I mean.
! i'm not surprised the snow potential is dwindling tho, gotta keep an eye on that low-pressure system 
. 15-20 degrees below normal for a whole week? that's straight-up bitter 
. eight years is a looong time since they've seen temps this low 
. bring it on (not literally tho, lol) 
. anyone have a plan for venturing out tomorrow? need some warm tips or just wanna chat about the storm 
. I'm also kinda worried about the prolonged exposure to these harsh conditions - it's already been proven to be deadly. 
... anyway, this one's looking pretty bad. 8 years without a stretch like this? That's wild 
. It's easy to get caught up in the forecast and worry about the weather, but what if this storm teaches us to appreciate the little things? Like hot chocolate or a warm cuppa on a cold day 
️? Or how about taking care of our friends and neighbors when they need it most? That's what I call a 'warm' welcome 
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teens and lower 20s?! That's just awful. And don't even get me started on the windchill... it's like they're saying we have to put our bodies in a freezer for a week 
and my favorite blanket 
... anyone else loving this excuse to snuggle up? 
anyway, 15-20 below is like literally freezing can u imagine having to walk around outside when its that cold? i feel bad for them lol also, i heard bombogenesis is like a big storm thingy what does it even do 
. Stay safe nyc folks! 
? Newsflash: we're New York City, we're used to cold, but not this extreme. I'm more worried about the windchill than anything else - it's gonna be brutal out there 
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