On February 22, 2026, a powerful Nor'easter, classified as a bomb cyclone, brought unprecedented snowfall to the Northeast, impacting several states. USA Today reported widespread accumulations ranging from 20 to 30 inches, with Rhode Island experiencing over 36 inches in some areas. The storm's intensity and wind conditions facilitated heavy snow production, exceeding 2 to 3 inches per hour at times. New snowfall records were established in Providence, Rhode Island, and Islip, New York, confirmed by the National Weather Service and NOAA. A bomb cyclone is characterized by a rapid intensification, with a pressure drop of at least 24 millibars within 24 hours, leading to strong winds and heavy precipitation.