New York is hit by a snowstorm: a travel ban has been imposed
23 february 2026 в 17:13
New York and its suburban areas faced a powerful nor’easter over the weekend, resulting in more than 30 cm of snow across all five boroughs of the city, with the blizzard still ongoing. Dangerous roads and the closure of railways made travel difficult for residents of southern New York, as well as for those in New Jersey and Connecticut. Now that a travel ban has been implemented, drivers are wondering how long they will have to wait before they can get back behind the wheel.
Get updates on the travel ban that went into effect amid the dangerous snowstorm in New York below.
Snow began falling on most residents of the tri-state area on Sunday, February 22, in the afternoon. As of Monday, February 23, the snowfall had not stopped, although the intensity of the precipitation had decreased.
Snowfall is expected to cease by noon on February 23.
Tomorrow (Monday, February 23) will be a completely snow day—no remote classes, no logins. This is our first real snow day in seven years. This blizzard is serious. Stay home. A travel ban is in effect from 9 PM until noon tomorrow so that services can clear the streets. After the worst has passed, dress warmly and… pic.twitter.com/e2DvrDgax1
— Mayor Zokhran Kwame Mandani (@NYCMayor) February 22, 2026
In the Hudson Valley, New York City areas, and Long Island, snowfall has ranged from 25 to 50 cm so far. According to NBC News, LaGuardia Airport and Central Park have received over 38 cm of snow. In some parts of Nassau County, residents are seeing between 28 and 43 cm of snow.
Residents of Suffolk County on Long Island are facing the worst conditions, with snowfall ranging from 48 to 57 cm, according to NBC News.
In the Hudson Valley, snowfall has ranged from 20 to 32 cm so far.
The travel ban for New York City will expire at noon Eastern Time unless officials announce otherwise.
Mayor Zokhran Mandani confirmed that all public schools in New York City were closed on February 23. At the time of publication, there were no updates on potential school closures for Tuesday. The resumption of classes will depend on road conditions and safety for bus drivers.
For all five boroughs of New York City, Mayor Mandani stated that vehicles are not allowed on streets, bridges, and highways during the travel ban
Get updates on the travel ban that went into effect amid the dangerous snowstorm in New York below.
Snow began falling on most residents of the tri-state area on Sunday, February 22, in the afternoon. As of Monday, February 23, the snowfall had not stopped, although the intensity of the precipitation had decreased.
Snowfall is expected to cease by noon on February 23.
Tomorrow (Monday, February 23) will be a completely snow day—no remote classes, no logins. This is our first real snow day in seven years. This blizzard is serious. Stay home. A travel ban is in effect from 9 PM until noon tomorrow so that services can clear the streets. After the worst has passed, dress warmly and… pic.twitter.com/e2DvrDgax1
— Mayor Zokhran Kwame Mandani (@NYCMayor) February 22, 2026
In the Hudson Valley, New York City areas, and Long Island, snowfall has ranged from 25 to 50 cm so far. According to NBC News, LaGuardia Airport and Central Park have received over 38 cm of snow. In some parts of Nassau County, residents are seeing between 28 and 43 cm of snow.
Residents of Suffolk County on Long Island are facing the worst conditions, with snowfall ranging from 48 to 57 cm, according to NBC News.
In the Hudson Valley, snowfall has ranged from 20 to 32 cm so far.
The travel ban for New York City will expire at noon Eastern Time unless officials announce otherwise.
Mayor Zokhran Mandani confirmed that all public schools in New York City were closed on February 23. At the time of publication, there were no updates on potential school closures for Tuesday. The resumption of classes will depend on road conditions and safety for bus drivers.
For all five boroughs of New York City, Mayor Mandani stated that vehicles are not allowed on streets, bridges, and highways during the travel ban
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