New York City is facing a deadly cold snap that has tragically resulted in the deaths of 16 individuals, according to Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The relentless grip of freezing temperatures has led to 13 fatalities from hypothermia, while three others succumbed to overdoses while exposed to the life-threatening cold. The severe weather event, which began on January 19, 2026, shows no signs of abating, prompting city officials to ramp up their efforts to provide refuge for the city's vulnerable population.