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Fresh Northeast Snow Hits Cleanup Efforts as Last Storm Lingers
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Fresh Northeast Snow Hits Cleanup Efforts as Last Storm Lingers

A fresh wave of light snow swept the Northeast after a historic storm left huge piles of snow from Maryland to Maine, prompting salt deployments and thousands of shovelers in cities like New York while warning of patchy ice on roads; the region also faced ongoing accessibility challenges for people with disabilities, dozens of power outages, and flight disruptions as some schools and services returned to normal amid continued snow-clearing efforts and dumping grounds for snow.

Northeast Braces for Next Storm After Record Blizzard Disrupts Travel and Power
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Northeast Braces for Next Storm After Record Blizzard Disrupts Travel and Power

A record-breaking blizzard slammed the Northeast, delivering over two feet of snow in some areas, triggering deaths, hundreds of thousands of power outages, widespread flight cancellations, school closures, and major transit disruptions as crews begin clearing snow; forecasters warn another storm could hit later this week, potentially hindering recovery.

Northeast Blizzard Dumps Over 2 Feet of Snow, 40 Million Under Warnings
weather2 days ago

Northeast Blizzard Dumps Over 2 Feet of Snow, 40 Million Under Warnings

A historic Northeast blizzard dumped more than 2 feet of snow across New Jersey, Rhode Island and Long Island, leaving more than 40 million people under warnings as states of emergency and travel bans were declared; the disruption included thousands of flight cancellations (over 5,600), major school closures (including Boston), widespread power outages (over 660,000 customers), and broad transit restrictions, with conditions expected to persist into Tuesday.

Blizzard Grips Philadelphia Region with Transit Halts, Travel Bans, and Citywide Disruptions
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Blizzard Grips Philadelphia Region with Transit Halts, Travel Bans, and Citywide Disruptions

A major blizzard hit the Philadelphia region, triggering widespread travel bans in New Jersey and Delaware, extensive power outages, and mass transit disruptions as SEPTA, Amtrak, and NJ Transit suspended or reduced service. Philadelphia International Airport canceled hundreds of flights, and many city services and closures followed (including the Philadelphia Museum of Art). The city declared a disaster emergency as crews worked to clear streets and restore operations, with some services gradually resuming later Monday and forecasts of easing conditions as temperatures rise later in the week.

Northeast Braces for Historic Blizzard as Power Outages Mount
world2 days ago

Northeast Braces for Historic Blizzard as Power Outages Mount

A massive winter storm slammed the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic with blizzard conditions, triggering widespread power outages (over 500,000) and more than 10,000 flight cancellations as major hubs in Boston, New York and Philadelphia grounded operations. Snow totals topped two feet in parts of New Jersey and Long Island (Babylon 29 inches; Freehold 26; NYC Central Park about 15 inches) and travel bans and road restrictions were imposed as residents were urged to stay home.

Philly region hit by blizzard: heavy snow, widespread outages, and transit suspensions
weather2 days ago

Philly region hit by blizzard: heavy snow, widespread outages, and transit suspensions

A powerful winter storm brought blizzard conditions to the Philadelphia area and parts of New Jersey and Delaware, dropping over a foot of snow in many spots, with winds up to 40 mph and ongoing outages that exceed 192,000. The storm forced widespread travel disruptions: SEPTA buses suspended and Regional Rail shut, Amtrak and NJ Transit adjusted services, and Philadelphia International Airport canceled hundreds of flights. Schools closed or moved to virtual instruction; city and state officials declared snow emergencies and Code Blue warming measures for the unhoused. Travel restrictions remain in place in several areas, with plow crews working to clear routes as forecasters expect peak conditions through the morning before improving later in the day.

Northeast Storm Triggers NYC Travel Ban as Gas Prices Rally
usnews2 days ago

Northeast Storm Triggers NYC Travel Ban as Gas Prices Rally

A powerful late-winter storm slammed the U.S. Northeast, bringing heavy snow, winds up to 70 mph and coastal flooding that could affect about 35 million people. New York City declared a local state of emergency, imposed a citywide travel ban for non-emergency vehicles, and schools planned a snow day as outages and flight cancellations spread. Natural gas futures rose more than 3% to about $3.14/MMBtu amid the disruption, with utilities reporting outages across several states and airlines waiving fees for many flights.

Northeast Blizzard Triggers Widespread Flight Cancellations and Power Outages
world2 days ago

Northeast Blizzard Triggers Widespread Flight Cancellations and Power Outages

A powerful winter storm pounds the Northeast, prompting thousands of flight cancellations and widespread power outages, with blizzard conditions threatening up to 20 inches of snow in New York City and up to 25 inches in parts of surrounding states. New York City declared a state of emergency and travel ban, schools closed, and rail and bus services suspended, as the partial federal shutdown also affects TSA PreCheck and other programs amid ongoing disruptions.

Massachusetts Braces for Major Nor'easter With Heavy Snow and Outages
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Massachusetts Braces for Major Nor'easter With Heavy Snow and Outages

A Sunday-Monday nor'easter is forecast to bring heavy, wet snow to Massachusetts, with 18-24 inches from the South Shore to Rhode Island and up to a foot north toward Worcester and the NH border, along with 30-60 mph winds that could cause widespread power outages and coastal flooding; blizzard and winter storm warnings are in effect and travel will be dangerous Monday.