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New York City Prepares for First Snowfall This Weekend

12/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

New York City braces for its first snowfall this weekend, with advisories from Saturday evening to early Sunday afternoon.
The National Weather Service projects up to three inches of snow in the city, with heavier accumulation before sunrise on Sunday.
Surrounding areas, including Long Island, may see up to five inches.
Bitter cold will follow, with temperatures dropping into the teens by Monday morning, after several seasons of disappointing accumulations.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, occurring from March 11-14, paralyzed the northeastern United States, causing over 400 fatalities and burying cities under 40 inches of snow. This catastrophic event led to significant changes in infrastructure, including the underground placement of telegraph and transportation lines, shaping emergency preparedness strategies for future winter storms in urban areas.

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Story summary

New York City braces for its first snowfall this weekend, with advisories from Saturday evening to early Sunday afternoon.
The National Weather Service projects up to three inches of snow in the city, with heavier accumulation before sunrise on Sunday.
Surrounding areas, including Long Island, may see up to five inches.
Bitter cold will follow, with temperatures dropping into the teens by Monday morning, after several seasons of disappointing accumulations.

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