Historic blizzard slams New York as city braces for whiteout chaos
A powerful blizzard is hammering New York City and the wider Northeast, bringing heavy snowfall, dangerous whiteout conditions and wind gusts of up to 70 miles per hour. Officials have issued blizzard warnings across multiple states as travel bans, flight cancellations and public transport disruptions sweep the region.
Forecasters say this rapidly intensifying nor'easter could deliver up to two feet of snow in parts of the New York metropolitan area, with coastal flooding and power outages also possible. Schools have closed, major events have been cancelled, and emergency crews are on full alert as residents brace for prolonged disruption.
How severe could this storm become? Could it rank among the most significant winter events in recent history? Stay tuned for the latest updates, safety guidance and what to expect in the hours ahead.
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