UPDATE: A major snowstorm is set to hit New York City starting Friday at 1 PM, with forecasts predicting up to 9 inches of snow. The heaviest snowfall is expected between 8 PM Friday and 1 AM Saturday, prompting city officials to urge residents to stay off the roads.
The City Department of Sanitation is mobilizing its resources, announcing that trash collectors will work extended shifts to clear both post-holiday waste and snow. With over 700 salt spreaders and thousands of plow trucks on standby, the department is prepared to tackle the incoming storm.
Snowfall could begin as early as 1 PM, and the city is bracing for a significant impact, with snow continuing into Saturday afternoon. Officials are encouraging New Yorkers to avoid unnecessary travel to facilitate the snow removal operations.
In addition to sanitation workers, other city agencies like the NYPD and departments of transportation and environmental protection may be called to assist in managing the storm’s effects.
As the forecasted conditions develop, residents are advised to stay updated through official channels like NotifyNYC and the Sanitation Department’s announcements. Mayor Adams, who will leave office on Wednesday, has not scheduled a weather briefing for today, although he has shared alerts on social media.
With over 700 million pounds of salt prepared for deployment, city officials are taking every precaution to ensure public safety during the incoming winter storm. New Yorkers are urged to remain vigilant and plan ahead for potential disruptions as the storm unfolds.
Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story progresses.
