New York City is currently grappling with the aftermath of a severe winter storm that struck in late January. Tragically, the storm has been linked to 26 deaths, with a significant number occurring outdoors due to exposure to the extreme cold, and others indoors due to hypothermia. The city's Department of Sanitation has been working diligently to clear the massive amounts of snow, processing nearly 400 million pounds since January 28 through plowing, salting, and melting operations. Despite these efforts, many residential areas and side streets remain significantly impacted by the snow and ice.