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Snowstorm Hits NYC: Airports Grounded, Delays Persist

12/14/2025

Summary

Story summary

A snowstorm hit the New York City area and the Northeast, with up to eight inches of snow reported.
LaGuardia Airport issued a ground stop, with John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) facing over three hours of delays.
Newark Liberty International Airport and Teterboro Airport also implemented ground stops.
Highways remained mostly clear as temperatures are expected to rise into the 40s and 50s later this week before cooling again.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, from March 11-14, paralyzed the Northeast with over 40 inches of snow, disrupting transportation and leading to the closure of New York City's systems. This catastrophic event prompted infrastructure changes, including the development of underground railways. Today's snowstorm, with up to eight inches, underscores the ongoing vulnerability of urban areas to severe weather, highlighting the need for improved preparedness.

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Story summary

A snowstorm hit the New York City area and the Northeast, with up to eight inches of snow reported.
LaGuardia Airport issued a ground stop, with John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) facing over three hours of delays.
Newark Liberty International Airport and Teterboro Airport also implemented ground stops.
Highways remained mostly clear as temperatures are expected to rise into the 40s and 50s later this week before cooling again.

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