N.Y. Weather: NYC Winter Weather Alert issued ahead of upcoming snow storm

New York’s Staten Island. A freezing storm is expected to hit our region tomorrow morning, prompting the issuance of a winter weather advisory for New York City.

As this winter weather system brings considerable snow accumulation early in the New Year, we advise New Yorkers to brace themselves for a difficult morning commute on Monday. Road conditions will become slick due to the snow, which will affect both pedestrians and automobiles, according to NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol. We urge everyone in New York to take public transportation, plan ahead for more travel time, keep an eye on the weather, and use caution.

The National Weather Service’s forecasts range from less than an inch to a realistic worst-case scenario of two inches, per a published statement. Naturally, as the storm passes across the five boroughs, these totals could change.

No matter how much snow falls, the possible wind will make the temperatures more colder. According to AccuWeather Meteorologist Alyssa Glenny, we might have a northwest breeze of 10 to 30 mph on Monday night, as reported by the Staten Island Advance/SILive.com.

“That should arrive in your area tomorrow after nine or ten a.m.,” Glenny remarked. The most of the day will pass. The city will see highs of 31 degrees and lows of 21 degrees tomorrow.

The good news? In the city, the snow should be gone by 5 or 7 p.m., she said.

The city’s Department of Social Services has issued a Code Blue Weather Alert, alerting the homeless to the possibility of temperatures below 32 degrees between 4 p.m. and 8 a.m., as temperatures are expected to drop below freezing.

The Department of Sanitation has 700 salt spreaders ready for the snowy conditions, and plows are ready in case the snow gets a little heavier. As a prelude to the future, DSNY is already sprinkling liquid brine on New York City roadways today.

As stated above, the message provided some safety advice for New Yorkers going about their daily lives in the event of tomorrow’s storm:

Allow for extra travel time. New Yorkers are urged to use public transportation.

If you must drive, drive slowly. Use major streets or highways for travel whenever possible.

Vehicles take longer to stop on snow and ice than on dry pavement.

Pedestrians should exercise caution and avoid slippery surfaces; some ice may not be visible. Wear sturdy boots that provide traction to reduce slipping. Use handrails when using stairs.

Take care when walking on snow and ice, especially if you are an older adult. Older adults should take extra care outdoors to avoid slips and falls from icy conditions.

Have heightened awareness of cars, particularly when approaching or crossing intersections.

Wear layers including a hat, gloves/mittens, and a scarf to stay protected from the cold. And keep clothes and shoes dry, if a layer becomes wet, remove it.

Keep fingertips, earlobes, and noses covered if you go outside.

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