A light dusting of snow blanketed New York City on Saturday afternoon, casting a serene silence over the concrete jungle. While residents were treated to a brief winter wonderland in some neighborhoods, Meteorologist Jay Engle warned that a more substantial storm is brewing.
As the day winds down, areas north and northwest of the city can expect up to an inch of accumulation, with conditions clearing by late evening. However, Engle emphasized that this light dusting is merely a harbinger of things to come. On Sunday afternoon and evening, another powerful system will bring up to 4 inches of snow to the five boroughs, leaving temperatures plummeting.
For residents, it's essential to stay vigilant, as slick spots are expected and travel may become hazardous. The city has activated its Winter Weather Emergency Plan, with a travel advisory set to take effect on Sunday. If possible, residents are urged to plan ahead and avoid traveling altogether.
In preparation for the impending storm, the city is ramping up efforts by pre-treating roads and bridges with 700 salt spreaders that will be constantly deployed through Sunday. Plows stand at the ready, poised to tackle areas that may see more than two inches of snowfall.
The city has already issued a Code Blue weather alert, effective from 4 p.m. Saturday through 8 a.m. Sunday, as outreach teams work to assist homeless residents in finding shelter. For those in need, residents can call 311 for assistance.
As the storm subsides, temperatures are expected to plummet even further, bringing some of the coldest air of the season – arriving on Monday and Tuesday.
As the day winds down, areas north and northwest of the city can expect up to an inch of accumulation, with conditions clearing by late evening. However, Engle emphasized that this light dusting is merely a harbinger of things to come. On Sunday afternoon and evening, another powerful system will bring up to 4 inches of snow to the five boroughs, leaving temperatures plummeting.
For residents, it's essential to stay vigilant, as slick spots are expected and travel may become hazardous. The city has activated its Winter Weather Emergency Plan, with a travel advisory set to take effect on Sunday. If possible, residents are urged to plan ahead and avoid traveling altogether.
In preparation for the impending storm, the city is ramping up efforts by pre-treating roads and bridges with 700 salt spreaders that will be constantly deployed through Sunday. Plows stand at the ready, poised to tackle areas that may see more than two inches of snowfall.
The city has already issued a Code Blue weather alert, effective from 4 p.m. Saturday through 8 a.m. Sunday, as outreach teams work to assist homeless residents in finding shelter. For those in need, residents can call 311 for assistance.
As the storm subsides, temperatures are expected to plummet even further, bringing some of the coldest air of the season – arriving on Monday and Tuesday.
snowflakes were falling gently everywhere and everyone was out having a blast 
gotta respect that preparation 
because we were planning a snow day for sunday anyway lol. but seriously though, 4 inches of snow in nyc? that's crazy talk! 
i've lived here all my life and never thought i'd see the day where i'd be worried about driving to get milk 
. please let it be just a dusting at first so we can all enjoy some winter magic 
. i hope they can get the roads clear but with 700 salt spreaders, that's still gonna be a challenge 
. and what's up with the homeless alert? 
seems like a lot of work for something that's probably gonna happen regardless. anywayz, make sure to bundle up on monday lol it's supposed to be COLD 
gotta stay safe out there, especially for those who can't keep up with the travel advisory. 
lets all just take a deep breath and ride this winter wonderland out 
and the roads are gonna be super slippery. u should def check on ur neighbors who might need help finding shelter. they got this code blue thing goin' on which is so cool 
but also kinda serious. i'm stockpilin some hot cocoa and snacks just in case i get snowed in! 
! Up to 4 inches of snow expected by Sunday afternoon, and it's gonna be a bummer for travelers. I'm not sure how they're managing with just 700 salt spreaders, but I guess it's better than nothing 
. The city is also doing their part to help out homeless folks find shelter, which is super thoughtful 
. Can't wait to see what the rest of the week brings... 
. It's also a good time to check in on those who might need an extra helping hand 
. We can't control the weather, but we can control how we respond to it. Let's take a cue from the city's proactive measures and be ready for whatever comes next 
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. can't even remember what my schedule looks like now because of the 311 call about homeless shelters - not that I don't appreciate them helping out, but seriously how do we live with this kinda stuff 
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" but also kinda worried about all the travel hazards... I mean who wants to drive around all that snowy mess? 
But at least they're preparing for it, 700 salt spreaders and plows on standby? That's a good move! 
... gotta stay safe everyone! 
I'm worried about all those homeless folks being affected by the Code Blue alert. 
. I hope everyone is prepared with warm clothes, food, and shelter. This is gonna be one wild ride! 
Bring on the hot chocolate 
️ and cozy vibes 
Anyway, I think the city is really on top of things with the salt spreaders and pre-treating roads. But have you thought about how this might affect all the outdoor events and festivals that are happening over the weekend? Some of my friends were planning to hit up a concert in Brooklyn... fingers crossed they'll get rescheduled