{"id":205391,"date":"2026-02-23T20:22:32","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T20:22:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/winter-storm-hits-the-east-coast-of-the-united-states-live-millions-in-new-york-stay-home\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T20:22:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T20:22:34","slug":"winter-storm-hits-the-east-coast-of-the-united-states-live-millions-in-new-york-stay-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/winter-storm-hits-the-east-coast-of-the-united-states-live-millions-in-new-york-stay-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Storm Hits the East Coast of the United States LIVE: Millions in New York Stay Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Between 30 and 61 cm of snow, strong winds, and possible power outages are expected, with the heaviest snowfall this Monday<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Feb 23, 2026 08:07 am EST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The winter storm could leave up to 61 cm of snow and cause power outages on the east coast of the United States (REUTERS)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

An intense winter storm<\/b> has been hammering the east coast of the United States since Sunday, with blizzard alerts spanning from Maryland<\/b> to Massachusetts<\/b>. Snowfall between 30 and 61 cm<\/b> is expected, with high winds and possible power outages, particularly during Sunday night and into Monday.<\/p>\n

Impact on New York City<\/h2>\n

New York<\/b> is currently a focal point of the storm’s effects. Mayor Zohran Mamdani<\/b> has declared a ban on non-essential travel from 9 PM on Sunday until noon on Monday. Monday’s classes have been canceled, as city officials warn that the storm is unprecedented in the last decade. Emergency declarations extend across New Jersey<\/b>, Delaware<\/b>, Rhode Island<\/b>, Connecticut<\/b>, Massachusetts<\/b>, and other parts of New York.<\/p>\n

Travel Disruptions<\/h2>\n

The storm has severely affected transportation, with over 3,500 flights canceled<\/b> through Sunday afternoon. Almost all flights from New York and Boston have been suspended for Monday. New Jersey<\/b> has reduced the speed limit to 56 km\/h<\/b> on its highways to mitigate danger.<\/p>\n

Meteorologists describe this event as potentially historic, noting the rarity of a storm of this magnitude striking such a densely populated area.<\/p>\n

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In New York, authorities prohibited non-essential circulation and reduced the maximum speed on highways to 56 km\/h due to the intensity of the storm (REUTERS\/Shannon Stapleton)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Community Preparedness<\/h2>\n

The New York Blood Center<\/b> has appealed for donations due to an anticipated shortage of nearly 3,000<\/b> donations expected as a result of the storm. Campaigns scheduled for Sunday and Monday have been suspended, necessitating immediate donations to replenish supplies.<\/p>\n

Ongoing Restrictions<\/h2>\n

In Connecticut, a commercial travel ban<\/b> is still active. State Emergency Management Director William Turner emphasized the importance of remaining off the roads due to dangerous conditions. Reports from the southeastern region indicate snowfall of up to 20 inches (51 cm)<\/b> and wind gusts as high as 68 mph (about 109 km\/h)<\/b>.<\/p>\n

Power Outages and Emergency Responses<\/h2>\n

The storm has left thousands without power across New York<\/b>, New Jersey<\/b>, and neighboring communities. Reports show significant outages, including:<\/p>\n