LIVE | Winter storm hits NYC area: Track snow updates
NEW YORK - A powerful winter storm is blasting the New York Tri-State area, bringing heavy snow and dangerous conditions to New York City, New Jersey and Connecticut.
NYC snow update: Latest models, updated totals
FOX 5 NY's Mike Woods has the latest on the snowstorm hitting New York City.
The National Weather Service (NWS) says snow may mix with sleet closer to the coast later in the storm's path, especially along the I-95 corridor and Long Island, which could limit snowfall totals in those areas while increasing the risk of icy roads. Arctic air remains locked in behind the storm, with temperatures staying below freezing well into next week and dangerously low wind chills possible overnight.
Snow is already creating hazardous travel across the region, with conditions expected to worsen — follow this live blog for the latest updates on snowfall, road conditions, power outages and weather alerts as the storm unfolds into Monday.
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9 a.m. — NYC Public Schools move to remote learning
NYC Public Schools announced that all buildings will be closed on Monday.
"School will be in session remotely only for students scheduled to attend school on this day," the school district said in a release.
NYC schools to close as snowstorm worsens: What this means
NYC Public Schools will close buildings Monday, Jan. 26, with classes moving fully remote for students scheduled to attend.
6 a.m. — Snowfall begins
Snow will continue into the afternoon before mixing with and changing to sleet and a wintry mix.
5:30 a.m. — Winter storm approaches
Light snow is moving in from the west and is reaching the ground over western parts of NY. Light snow is expected to become more widespread Sunday morning.
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The Source: This article includes information from the National Weather Service and FOX Weather.