East Coast Braces for Blizzard with Heavy Snow and Strong Winds
East Coast Braces for Blizzard with Heavy Snow and Strong Winds
US · Published Feb 22, 2026
Major blizzard expected to impact the East Coast with heavy snow and strong winds.
Blizzard warnings issued from Maryland to Massachusetts, including major cities.
High winds could cause whiteout conditions and power outages; residents urged to take precautions.
East Coast prepares for significant blizzard
The East Coast is preparing for a significant blizzard, anticipated to bring heavy snowfall and strong winds across a large region. The National Weather Service has issued blizzard warnings spanning from Maryland to Massachusetts, encompassing major cities such as New York City, Long Island, and Boston, along with coastal communities in New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. Meteorologist Cody Snell from the Weather Prediction Center highlighted the unusual scope of the storm, noting that while nor'easters are frequent, the intensity and breadth of this one are particularly noteworthy.
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