NYC Braces for Historic Blizzard, First Warning Since 2017

A major winter storm is forecast to hit New York City this week. It could drop between 12 and 20 inches of snow. The threat has triggered the city's first official blizzard warning since 2017. A blizzard warning means heavy snow and strong winds are expected. This creates dangerous whiteout conditions and can paralyze travel. The storm's potential snowfall places it among the most significant in the city's modern history. Meteorologists are comparing it to the five largest snowstorms recorded since 1869. Officials urge residents to prepare for severe disruptions. These include possible flight cancellations, road closures, and public transit delays.