What to KnowA blizzard warning has been issued for all five boroughs of New York City, Long Island, and much of NJ, as a classic nor’easter threatens to dump heavy snow and strong winds on our area.A blizzard warning is issued when snow accumulations are expected between 13 and 18 inches and winds are expected to gust as high as 55 mph. Whiteout conditions are expected.Forecasts show 12-18 inches of snow expected for the five boroughs, along with central Jersey and Nassau County. Some on Long Island may get as much as two feet.States of emergency are in effect for both New York and New JerseyMajor transit changes are likely. MTA and NJ Transit officials are expected to give an update on potential transit totals later today
What was, as of Thursday, looking like a storm that would bring 1-3 inches of snow for much of the tri-state has escalated to up to 2 feet for some, triggering the first blizzard warnings in nearly a decade.
The timing of the winter storm is expected to wreak havoc on roads and impact mass transit service, potentially shutting down school systems amid snowfall rates of 1-2 inches per hour. Travel may be life-threatening.
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