Blizzard Warnings Blanket Northeast Amid Heavy Snow and High Winds
• Blizzard warnings are in effect for 41 million people across the Northeast due to a major winter storm.
• Heavy snowfall, with rates of 2-3 inches per hour, and wind gusts up to 70 mph are creating hazardous conditions.
• States of emergency and travel bans are in place in several areas, including New York City, to ensure public safety.
Blizzard warnings issued for Northeastern United States
A significant winter storm is currently impacting the Northeastern United States, triggering blizzard warnings for over 41 million people from Maryland to Maine. NBC News reports substantial snowfall, with New York City recording 9-11 inches. The National Weather Service indicates the storm is intensifying off the Delaware and New Jersey coasts, causing heavy snowfall at 2-3 inches per hour and wind gusts of 40-70 mph. This combination is creating blizzard conditions, severely reducing visibility and making travel dangerous.
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