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A significant snowstorm is forecasted for Colorado's high country, with over a foot of snow expected, raising avalanche risks and impacting travel, as a second storm is anticipated to follow, amid below-average snowpack levels and historically warm December temperatures.
Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh defended the city's snow removal efforts during a historic storm, acknowledging past shortcomings and highlighting improvements such as increased plow fleet and staffing, while emphasizing community cooperation and preparedness for ongoing winter weather.
A major winter storm with heavy snow and Arctic air is impacting the Eastern U.S. during New Year's, with warnings of hazardous conditions, especially in New York and surrounding areas, due to lake-effect snow and a fast-moving Alberta clipper, following a recent bomb cyclone.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul expanded the emergency declaration to cover all 62 counties in anticipation of a severe lake effect snowstorm expected to bring up to three feet of snow, high winds, and blizzard conditions, prompting travel advisories and emergency measures across the state.
Onondaga County is expecting 20 to 30 inches of snow from a heavy lake-effect snowstorm, prompting officials to prepare a travel advisory and potentially an all-out travel ban, with emergency measures in place to manage the storm's impact.
Road conditions across Minnesota are gradually improving after a weekend snowstorm, with most roads in the Twin Cities now normal or partially covered. The storm caused over 400 crashes and injuries, but the situation is getting better, although another light snow system may impact the area early next week.
The Marquette County Road Commission has urged drivers to stay home due to heavy snowfall and dangerous road conditions, with even employees struggling to reach work amidst a blizzard.
A major winter storm brought blizzard conditions to Minnesota, leading to no-travel advisories across much of the state, numerous crashes, delays in public transit, and over 70 flight cancellations at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, with heavy snow and gusty winds expected to continue.
A snowstorm hit New York City and the US Northeast, causing up to 10 inches of snow, leading to over 2,400 flight cancellations and travel disruptions. Authorities declared states of emergency, but as the storm eased, residents enjoyed the winter scenery and resumed outdoor activities.
New York City experienced a light snowstorm with 2-4 inches of snow, causing significant flight cancellations and delays at major airports, while city roads remained passable and snow removal efforts were underway. The storm's impact was less severe in the city due to mixed precipitation and atmospheric conditions, but travelers faced disruptions, especially at JFK, La Guardia, and Newark airports. Temperatures are expected to rise, bringing rain and further weather changes.
Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for 36 counties in New York, including NYC, as a major snowstorm is expected to bring 4-8 inches of snow, with localized amounts up to a foot, along with strong winds and potential power outages, prompting residents to take safety precautions and avoid unnecessary travel.
Two ski patrollers were injured in an avalanche at Mammoth Mountain during mitigation work, leading to the suspension of mountain operations amid a heavy snowstorm that has deposited over five feet of snow since Tuesday.
Two ski patrollers at Mammoth Mountain were caught in an avalanche while performing mitigation work during a heavy snowstorm, resulting in serious injuries and hospitalizations. The incident follows a previous fatal avalanche at the same location earlier this year. The resort remains closed for safety reasons amid record snowfall that has revitalized the struggling California ski industry.
Governor Ned Lamont advises Connecticut motorists to avoid travel on Friday evening due to a forecasted snowstorm expected to bring 6 to 12 inches of snow, with heavy snowfall rates, urging caution, early travel, and giving snowplow crews space to work for safety.
A major winter storm is approaching the Northeast, bringing heavy snow to New York City and surrounding areas, with up to 7 inches expected in NYC, causing significant travel disruptions and flight cancellations, along with ice and snow hazards across the region.