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Northeast Braces for Major Winter Storm: 9 Inches Predicted

12/26/2025

Summary

Story summary

A winter storm will affect the Northeast, with New York City expected to receive 5–9 inches of snow.
More than 23 million are under winter storm warnings as the storm moves Friday evening into Saturday morning, canceling flights.
The storm could be the heaviest since January 2022.
Officials urge residents to limit travel and use public transit as hazardous conditions persist under a winter storm watch.

History

Historical Context

The January 2016 blizzard, known as Winter Storm Jonas, struck the East Coast from January 22-24, dropping over 2.5 feet of snow in some areas and causing at least 55 fatalities. States of emergency were declared across multiple states, including New York and Virginia, highlighting the ongoing challenges of winter weather preparedness and the need for effective emergency response strategies to mitigate impacts on public safety and transportation.

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Story summary

A winter storm will affect the Northeast, with New York City expected to receive 5–9 inches of snow.
More than 23 million are under winter storm warnings as the storm moves Friday evening into Saturday morning, canceling flights.
The storm could be the heaviest since January 2022.
Officials urge residents to limit travel and use public transit as hazardous conditions persist under a winter storm watch.

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