New York City has declared a state of emergency in response to a powerful winter storm forecasted to bring substantial snowfall, strong winds, and coastal flooding. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned residents of the dangers associated with the storm, prompting alerts sent directly to phones for public safety. As a precaution, all vehicle traffic was banned except for essential vehicles, with the ban expected to extend into Monday due to worsening conditions.

The storm, which began to heavily snow on Sunday evening, is predicted to produce snow accumulations of up to 7.5 centimeters per hour. Snowplows are mobilizing throughout the city to attempt to manage the conditions, but the duration and severity of the storm are projected to continue into Monday. The impact of the storm has already led to the cancellation of Sunday evening Broadway performances and the closure of numerous businesses across the city.

In an announcement regarding the storm's effects on the school system, Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated that Monday will be designated as a "snow day", meaning all public schools will remain closed. This weather event marks the second major winter storm to hit New York City in a short timeframe, following a previous storm in January that set a record for snowfall, indicating that the city is currently facing an intense winter season with ongoing weather challenges.