By COLlive reporter
A powerful blizzard is sweeping across New York City, bringing heavy snowfall and high winds that significantly impacted Brooklyn neighborhoods, including Crown Heights, Williamsburg, and Sheepshead Bay.
Snow accumulations in parts of Brooklyn reached approximately 16 to 18 inches, with steady snowfall and strong gusts creating near-whiteout conditions at times.
Streets quickly became blanketed, and visibility dropped, making travel hazardous for both drivers and pedestrians.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani declared a local state of emergency as the storm intensified, restricting non-essential travel to allow plows and emergency vehicles to operate safely.
Public transportation experienced widespread disruptions, with delays and service suspensions affecting subway and bus lines throughout Brooklyn.
Residents were urged to remain indoors unless travel was absolutely necessary.
Officials emphasized safety as the primary concern, warning that icy conditions and reduced visibility could persist even after snowfall tapers off.
The storm also triggered thousands of flight cancellations at regional airports, compounding travel disruptions for New Yorkers.
This deeply affected the many Jewish teens and their Shluchim who were in town for the International Cteen Shabbaton. As COLlive reported, approximately 1,500 remain stranded.
As cleanup efforts continue, city agencies remain focused on restoring normal operations while urging caution in the aftermath of one of the season’s most significant winter events.
PlowNYC tracker has been activated, which shows you how recently any street has been plowed. Check it out at nyc.gov/plownyc.
