10:20 PM: Doordash just announces it will suspend operations in New York City until noon on Monday.

A spokesperson says it’s to keep dasher safe, and off the streets.

10:05 PM: As this major winter storm moves through New York City, with accumulations in Brooklyn continuing, drivers seem to be taking precautions. News 12’s Rob Flaks has the latest weather conditions from Bushwick.

TRACK YOUR PLOW
7:37 PM: Mayor Mamdani is urging people to track their plows on the PlowNYC website

Hundreds of flights canceled at LaGuardia as snow intensifies

5:52 PM: More than 500 flights have been cancelled and nearly 200 more are delayed at Laguardia International Airport this evening as the snowstorm intensifies.

Some rescheduled flights are not departing until Tuesday. Security lines were crowded as travelers rushed to catch remaining departures, while others whose flights were canceled were trying to find alternate ways home.

Flight statuses continue to change throughout the afternoon, and travelers are urged to check with their airlines before heading to the airport.

FERRY SERVICE SUSPENDED

4:50 PM: Due to expected blizzard conditions, NYC Ferry service will end early today at 5 p.m.

NYC TRAVEL BAN

4 PM: Mayor Mamdani says only essential workers and emergency vehicles will be allowed on streets, highways and bridges in New York City starting at 9 p.m.

SEND US YOUR PHOTOS!
3:40 PM: We want to see your winter storm pictures and videos. Send them in, as long it is safe to do so, to News 12. You may see them in the show. Submit Your Photos

Canarsie residents stock up on supplies ahead of blizzard

3:19 PM: Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn states, “All elementary schools within the Diocese of Brooklyn will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23rd, for an official snow day.”

Canarsie residents stock up on supplies ahead of blizzard

Canarsie residents descended on Key Foods on Rockaway Parkway Sunday ahead of the blizzard.

“We got milk, we got cereal we got rice, we got oil, we got canned stuff,” said Deon, a Canarsie resident.

Residents across the borough reported long lines at their local markets.

During last month’s storm, DoorDash and UberEats suspended delivery service. There has been no word yet if they will do the same for this storm.

Mayor Mamdani declares state of emergency during news conference

3:28PM Mayor Zohran Mamdani declared a “state of emergency” for New York City and issued a travel ban from 9 p.m. Sunday night until 12 p.m. Monday afternoon. All non-essential travel is banned from city roadways.

The mayor also announced NYC public schools will be closed on Monday, including no remote learning. This is the first “old school” snow day in years.

“We were given a waiver by the State Department of Education for a snow day,” said Kamar Samuels, the city’s Chancellor of Schools.

They did not announce a plan for schools on Tuesday.

Mamdani also announced the basement alert group is now active and high-water rescue teams are on standby for flooding emergencies.

Public libraries will be closed on Monday.

The mayor said overdose prevention centers will remain open overnight across the city.

He also noted to expect a delay in trash and recycling collection.

MTA to temporarily suspend LIRR service, effective 1 a.m. Monday

2:32 PM: The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced that it will temporarily suspend Long Island Rail Road service beginning at 1 a.m. Monday and resume when weather conditions permit it.

LIRR service will be reduced to hourly on the Port Jefferson and Port Washington branches, and half-hourly on the Babylon Branch, effective Sunday at 7 p.m.

The agency warns that LIRR customers should expect delays and cancelations due to the winter weather.

It also encourages riders to stay informed by visiting mta.info, the MTA app, the TrainTime app, email alerts and by calling 511.

Riders with hearing disabilities are encouraged to dial 711 to reach the MTA at 511.

Gov. Hochul holds news conference ahead of major storm

2 PM: New York is about to get hit by a major winter storm that will bring heavy snow, strong winds and dangerous travel conditions. Gov. Hochul is holding an update on statewide preparations.

Closed for the snowstorm

1 PM: The Wildlife Conservation Society has closed their zoos and aquariums to visitors today and tomorrow due to the storm. An update on when they reopen will be available tomorrow.

BREAKING NEWS: MAMDANI ANNOUNCES SNOW DAY

12:14 PM: All NYC public schools will be closed Monday and there will be no remote learning, Mayor Mamdani says.

Hazardous Travel Advisory

10:27 AM: NYC Emergency Management has issued a hazardous travel advisory that will be in effect today at 1 p.m. until Monday at 6 p.m.

Hour-by-hour blizzard forecast

9:50 AM: A potentially historic snowstorm with blizzard conditions is in the forecast for New York, New Jersey and Connecticut by through Monday. Isolated spots in the tri-state area could see up to 2 feet of snow. News 12 meteorologist Alex Calamia is here with an hour-by-hour forecast to show you when impacts could be at their worst and most dangerous.

Talking up a storm
9:30 AM: Watch News 12’s Marrisa Santorelli and meteorologist Hope Osemwenkhae chat and answer your questions about the storm.

AAA warns of power outages and dangerous travel as nor’easter approaches
8:37 AM: The storm brings the possibility of power outages, and drivers are encouraged to charge phones, portable chargers and other essential items before the worst conditions arrive. Click here for some tips from AAA.

Mayor Mamdani meets with DSNY crews as snow operations begin

8:26 AM: Mayor Mamdani met with DSNY crews in Queens as they prep for snow operations.

Power center: Electric outage resources

MAMDANI SAYS CITY IS READY FOR NEXT ROUND OF SNOW