Source: Fortune.com
Summary
A late-winter storm is expected to hit the East Coast, with blizzard warnings issued for New York City, New Jersey, and coastal communities. The National Weather Service predicts 1 to 2 feet of snow and possible flooding in some areas. The storm is expected to arrive on Sunday and last through Monday, with the heaviest snowfall expected Sunday night. Officials are warning of dangerous travel conditions and possible power outages.
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The National Weather Service’s assessment of the storm’s severity has increased, with blizzard warnings issued for major cities. Meteorologist Cody Snell notes that it’s been years since a storm of this magnitude has hit such a large, populated area. The storm’s timing, arriving on a Sunday and lasting through Monday, is also notable. Atlantic City officials are urging residents to stay off streets, especially in low-lying neighborhoods prone to flooding. The storm’s impact is expected to be felt across the region, with travel conditions deemed “dangerous, if not impossible.”
The storm is a reminder that winter is not yet over, and the region is not yet out of the woods.
Author: Evan Null
