{"id":142904,"date":"2026-02-23T17:32:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T17:32:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/142904\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T17:32:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T17:32:08","slug":"queens-hit-hard-by-another-heavy-winter-snowstorm-qns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/142904\/","title":{"rendered":"Queens hit hard by another heavy winter snowstorm \u2013 QNS"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Queens is being hit hard by another snowstorm, which has brought more than two feet of snow to certain parts of the borough, as of Monday morning.<\/p>\n

Photo by Ramy Mahmoud<\/p>\n

Just as the snow from the winter storm that struck New York City last month<\/a> was beginning to melt away, another powerful snowstorm hit the city yesterday and is expected to continue into this afternoon. As snow continues to fall and the wind howls, Queens has already seen as much, if not more, snowfall than the previous storm.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Queens is being hit hard by another snowstorm, which has brought more than two feet of snow to certain parts of the borough, as of Monday morning.Photo by Ramy Mahmoud<\/p>\n

The National Weather Service estimates<\/a> that, as of Monday morning, there has been 17 inches of snow in Jackson Heights, 15.1 inches of snow at LaGuardia Airport, 15 inches in Astoria, Elmhurst and JFK Airport and 11 inches in Little Neck. With the snow still coming down, this total will go up even more later in the day.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>A travel ban was issued to keep people off the dangerous roads. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Many people spent Sunday morning shopping for food and supplies in preparation for the snowstorm. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud<\/p>\n

Gusts of up to 50 miles per hour and winds reaching the high-30s have added to the severity of the weather, making it all the more important for Queens residents to stay inside.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Some people have braved the conditions Monday. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>A woman\u2019s umbrella was turned inside out by the strong winds. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud<\/p>\n

The extreme weather has also resulted in power outages across certain parts of the city, including thousands of homes in the Rockaways. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards has advised Rockaway residents experiencing outages to go to one of the three warming centers in the area for heat. The three locations are Far Rockaway High School, at 8-21 Bay 25th St., Beach Channel High School, located at 100-00 Beach Channel Dr., and P.S. 43, which can be found at 160 Beach 29th St.<\/p>\n

For Rockaway families impacted by this morning’s power outage, the city has opened three warming centers if you are in need of heat:<\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0fFar Rockaway High School (8-21 Bay 25th Street)
\u2714\ufe0fBeach Channel High School (100-00 Beach Channel Drive)
\u2714\ufe0fP.S. 43 (160 Beach 29th Street) https:\/\/t.co\/spFOCHBSl5<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Queens Borough President Donovan Richards (@QnsBPRichards) February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Snow plows have been actively clearing the roads in the borough, with a majority of streets having recently been plowed. However, those who try to brave the weather and drive should drive slowly, as roads may be slippery. A vehicle restriction is in effect across all of New York City until 12 p.m. More information on what streets have been plowed and when can be found on the\u00a0PlowNYC tracker<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Snow plows have been hard at work since Sunday night to clear up the roads. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ethan Marshall<\/p>\n

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has deployed more than 2,600 sanitation workers for 12-hour shifts, 2,300 snow plows and 700 salt spreaders across the city to assist with clearing the roads.<\/p>\n

Good morning, New York City.\n<\/p>\n

Snowfall: 8\u201d-15\u201d last night.\n<\/p>\n

Forecast: More snow until early afternoon.\n<\/p>\n

Winds: Gusts of 40-60mph.\n<\/p>\n

Travel: Roads are CLOSED until at least noon today. Essential & emergency trips only.\n<\/p>\n

Coastal Flood Warnings: Lifted at 5am.\n<\/p>\n

Text NotifyNYC to\u2026\n<\/p>\n

\u2014 Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@NYCMayor) February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cThank you to @NYCDCAS<\/a> for working around the clock during this historic blizzard,\u201d Mamdani said on X<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>One of he salt spreaders in action in Queens. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Despite the extreme weather, some public transportation outlets remained open. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Robert Pozarycki
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Robert Pozarycki<\/p>\n

Richards has expressed gratitude toward the New York City workers for putting in all the time and effort since last night to try and make the roads accessible.<\/p>\n

To the @nycsanitation<\/a> workers and other essential staff braving the #blizzard<\/a> to keep us safe \u2014 you are the real MVPs of NYC.<\/p>\n

The storm is still raging this morning, Queens. Stay home and let New York\u2019s Strongest keep doing what they do best without interruption. pic.twitter.com\/bBbCmazmLO<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Queens Borough President Donovan Richards (@QnsBPRichards) February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n