East Coast Braces for Major Winter Storm; Illinois Monitors Potential Impacts
East Coast Braces for Major Winter Storm; Illinois Monitors Potential Impacts
US · Published Feb 22, 2026
Major winter storm to impact East Coast with blizzard conditions expected in NYC, Long Island, southern CT, and coastal NJ/DE.
Snowfall totals could reach 1-2 feet with strong winds, leading to travel disruptions and power outages.
Illinois residents advised to monitor for potential local impacts despite the storm's core remaining distant.
Blizzard warnings in effect for East Coast
A major winter storm is poised to strike the East Coast, with blizzard warnings in effect for key areas like New York City, Long Island, southern Connecticut, and coastal New Jersey and Delaware. This nor'easter-type blizzard is expected to unleash heavy snowfall, potentially reaching 1 to 2 feet in coastal regions, along with strong winds exceeding 25 mph. The combination of these factors could lead to significantly reduced visibility, widespread travel disruptions, and potential power outages, making conditions hazardous for residents. Authorities are strongly advising against travel in affected areas due to impassable roads and potential disruptions to air travel.
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