New York prepares for a storm that could leave up to 20 centimeters of snow this Tuesday

New York City is bracing for a snowstorm scheduled to hit on Tuesday, with the potential to bring between 12.7 and 20.88 centimeters of snowfall, according to the city’s Department of Emergency Management (NYCEM). The NYCEM announced on X (formerly Twitter) that the snowstorm is expected to pass through the Big Apple between 4:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., accompanied by winds reaching up to 64 kilometers per hour.

In response to the impending snowstorm, the Mayor’s Office has declared a “travel advisory” set to commence Monday night until Tuesday. This advisory signifies that the snow will cause travel difficulties, such as limited visibility, among other inconveniences. Consequently, the City’s Winter Weather Emergency Plan has been activated.

Mayor Eric Adams has also announced the closure of public school classrooms on Tuesday. Students will need to connect remotely for their studies, reminiscent of similar arrangements made during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In mid-January, New York experienced its first significant snowfall in almost two years, with large parts of the city covered in white. Central Park recorded a snowfall of 3.55 centimeters. However, the snowfall did not exceed 5 centimeters, as it turned into rain later in the day. The New York Times reported that such a substantial snowstorm had not occurred for 701 days.