The mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani, announced on Sunday a temporary curfew for the metropolitan area of over eight million residents due to the imminent arrival of a violent snowstorm. Mayor Mamdani warned during a press conference that the city has not experienced a storm of this magnitude in the last decade, emphasizing the importance of avoiding all non-essential travel.

In response to the expected extreme weather conditions, which include heavy snowfall and high winds, the most populous city in the United States declared a state of emergency. The curfew will last from 9 PM local time until noon the following day, during which all streets, roads, and bridges will be closed to general traffic, including cars, trucks, scooters, and electric bicycles. Only essential and urgent travel will be permitted during this period.

The city's decision to implement such severe restrictions highlights the potential dangers posed by the approaching storm. With the predicted heavy accumulation of snow and increased wind speeds, officials are taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of residents and minimize risks related to road conditions and overall mobility during this extreme weather event.