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East Coast Braces for Blizzard‑Scale Snow, High Winds as Storm Hits Sunday

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Storm Intensifies Into Blizzard‑Scale System The National Weather Service issued blizzard warnings for New York City, Long Island, Boston and coastal communities from New Jersey to Massachusetts, forecasting 1–2 feet (30–61 cm) of snow and possible flooding in parts of New York and New Jersey. Meteorologists upgraded the forecast from milder expectations just days earlier after models showed a rapid intensification of the low‑pressure system [1][2]. The storm’s severity now rivals historic East Coast blizzards, prompting widespread alerts across the densely populated corridor [1].

Timing and Track Predict Heavy Snow Sunday The Weather Prediction Center expects the system to reach the Washington area Sunday morning, then move toward Philadelphia and New York City before hitting Boston by evening [1]. Snowfall rates could peak at 2 inches (5 cm) per hour, with the heaviest accumulation occurring overnight and tapering by Monday afternoon [1]. CNN notes that a track shift of less than 100 miles could alter the distribution, but a coastal trajectory would still deliver at least six inches of snow from Washington, DC to Boston [2].

Wind Speeds and Coastal Flood Risks Heighten Steady winds of 25–35 mph (40–56 kph) are forecast, enough to create dangerous travel conditions and downed limbs [1]. Along the shoreline, strong gusts combined with the Sunday night high tide raise the threat of minor to moderate coastal flooding, especially from New Jersey to Long Island and southeast New England [2]. Model consensus over the past 24 hours shows an increasing chance of a bomb‑cyclone‑type intensification, further amplifying wind and surge hazards [2].

Municipal Responses Mobilize Resources New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the deployment of extra snow‑clearing equipment from outside the city and expanded use of geocoding to prioritize bus stops and crosswalks for clearance, while school‑closure decisions remain pending [1]. Snow‑removal firm Berrington Snow Management readied 40 front‑end loaders for up to a week of continuous work, and Atlantic City officials urged residents to stay home and cancelled several public events [1]. These actions aim to mitigate travel disruptions and accelerate post‑storm cleanup.

Uncertainty Remains Over Exact Snow Totals CNN highlights two primary scenarios: a moderate inland snowfall of half‑foot or less if the storm stays farther offshore, versus a widespread major snowstorm exceeding six inches if the system tracks closer to shore [2]. The models have converged since Thursday, yet the narrow track window keeps the outcome uncertain, and forecasters expect clearer guidance by Saturday [2].

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Dec 1, 2025 – The Weather Prediction Center forecasts a Gulf‑Coast low‑pressure system moving northward, projecting more than six inches of snow north of I‑95 across the Mid‑Atlantic and New England, and the National Weather Service issues winter storm watches for eight states (PA, NJ, NY, CT, MA, VT, NH, ME) through Tuesday, warning of hazardous travel and ice in the Appalachians. [4]

Dec 25, 2025 – A powerful Northeast snowstorm targets Pennsylvania, northern New Jersey and the New York City metro area, with up to 10 inches possible; Governor Kathy Hochul urges residents to monitor forecasts, enroll in alerts, and limit travel for the holiday weekend, while meteorologists warn a second system may bring rain Sunday‑Monday that could melt the snow. [3]

Early Feb 2026 – A bomb cyclone slams North Carolina, dumping over a foot of snow in parts of the state, setting a recent precedent for heavy snowfall on the East Coast and influencing forecasters’ expectations for upcoming storms. [2]

Feb 4, 2026 – The National Weather Service issues winter storm watches for West Virginia, western Maryland and Pennsylvania, forecasting 4‑7 inches of snow in Charleston with 50 mph gusts, up to 6 inches in Baltimore with white‑out conditions, and sub‑quarter‑mile visibility in Pittsburgh, while noting the system is less intense than the recent NC bomb cyclone. [2]

Feb 19, 2026 – Forecast models converge on a potent East Coast winter storm set to arrive Sunday, shifting from earlier milder scenarios to potential 6‑plus inches of snow from Washington, DC to Boston, possible blizzard conditions on Long Island, and a rising bomb‑cyclone risk along the shoreline; forecasters urge residents to begin preparations now and promise clearer guidance by Saturday. [1]

Feb 21, 2026 – Blizzard warnings go out for New York City, Long Island, Boston and coastal communities from New Jersey to Maryland as the storm intensifies, predicting 1‑2 feet of snow, 25‑35 mph winds, and coastal flooding, while Mayor Zohran Mamdani deploys extra snow‑clearing equipment and activates geocoding tools to prioritize bus stops and crosswalks. [5]

Feb 22, 2026 – The Weather Prediction Center expects to issue more definitive snowfall and wind forecasts by Saturday, refining the projected storm track and intensity ahead of the Sunday‑Monday impact window. [1]

Feb 23, 2026 – The rapidly intensifying storm reaches the Washington area in the morning, moves toward Philadelphia and New York City by afternoon, and hits Boston by evening, delivering snowfall rates up to 2 inches per hour, heavy snow loads that threaten power lines, and travel conditions deemed dangerous or impossible across the densely populated corridor. [5]

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