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Story summary
- Winter Storm Fern struck New York City on January 25, 2026, delivering 11.4 inches in Central Park and up to 14.9 inches elsewhere.
- The storm canceled 1,300 flights and forced schools to go virtual.
- A hot chocolate stand run by two 13-year-olds in Prospect Park thrived amid the chaos.
- The storm left at least 18 fatalities, including sledding accidents in Texas and Arkansas, and cleanup remains hindered by freezing temperatures.
