As of this afternoon, the blizzard has dumped 16-19 inches of snow on most parts of New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said at a news conference. Parts of eastern Staten Island are reporting more than 2 feet of snow.
A 60 mph wind gust was reported, and the city remains under a state of emergency.
The snow is expected to continue until at least 8 p.m., with 40 mph winds and between 1.5 and 2.5 more inches expected.
A hazardous travel advisory is in place until midnight, the mayor said. He said the city’s travel ban was lifted at noon today.
A snow-covered street in Brooklyn this morning. Matt Nighswander / NBC News
City workers are plowing and salting the streets so emergency vehicles can safely travel.
“As heavy snow continues to fall, every single street in every single borough will be plowed as many times as necessary to make it safe for emergency travel,” Mamdani said.
He urged New Yorkers to stay home.
“These are dangerous conditions. Not only is snow continuing to fall, accumulated snowfall and refreezing have made it hazardous to travel,” Mamdani said. “If you can, remain indoors. If you must leave your home, please rely on public transit.”
New Yorkers can sign up to help shovel snow throughout the city. The Department of Sanitation can deploy up to 1,800 shovelers per shift and is paying $30 per hour.