On Monday, a powerful winter storm struck the northeastern United States, causing significant destruction with heavy snowfall and high winds. Roads became slippery and public transport ground to a halt, leaving millions trapped in their homes. Typically crowded streets were deserted, airports were empty, and schools had to close. The storm had the most severe impact on air travel, with the flight tracking service FlightAware reporting over 10,000 flight cancellations between February 21 and 24. Over 5,000 flights were cancelled on Monday alone, with more than 1,300 cancellations already reported for Tuesday.

Airports such as John F. Kennedy International, LaGuardia, Boston Logan International, and New York Liberty International were among the hardest hit by the storm. Rail and bus services were suspended in several states, amplifying the travel disruption. In New York City, local authorities urged citizens to avoid non-essential travel as road conditions worsened, with communities in New York, New Jersey, and Rhode Island receiving similar advisories. The relentless snowfall amounted to about 15 inches in New York City, intensifying the challenges for residents and emergency services alike.

The aftermath of the storm included not only travel disruptions but also significant power outages affecting millions of households. Emergency declarations have been made across affected cities, emphasizing the need for a coordinated response to manage the fallout from this extreme weather event. As residents take precautions, the full implications of the storm on local infrastructure and recovery efforts remain to be seen, highlighting the growing concerns over severe weather events in the region due to climate change.