Tri-State Faces a Major Winter Storm: Snow, Ice, and Record Cold Grip the Region

A sprawling winter storm swept the NYC metropolitan area, bringing heavy snow (with some spots near or over a foot) and significant icing, amid extreme cold. LaGuardia Airport closed; JFK and Newark faced widespread flight cancellations, and NJ Transit suspended rail and bus service. NYC’s MTA runs on a weekend/modified schedule while city schools shift to remote learning. Emergency measures ramp up in Westchester/Rockland, DSNY prepares thousands of plows, and warming centers open as residents face dangerous travel conditions through today and into tomorrow.