Major Winter Storm Takes Aim at Northeast, NYC Braces for 2 Feet of Snow

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM

A powerful winter storm is bearing down on New York City and the East Coast, threatening to dump up to two feet of snow. Meteorologists are warning of dangerous blizzard conditions and strong winds that could create hazardous travel situations.

A major winter weather system is taking aim at New York City and much of the Eastern Seaboard, with forecasters warning of potentially dangerous blizzard conditions ahead.

The approaching storm system threatens to unleash up to two feet of snowfall across the Big Apple, accompanied by powerful winds that could create whiteout conditions and make travel extremely hazardous.

Weather experts are closely monitoring the storm’s path as it moves toward the densely populated Northeast corridor. The combination of heavy snow accumulation and strong wind gusts could lead to widespread power outages and transportation disruptions throughout the region.

Residents in affected areas are being urged to prepare for the severe weather event and avoid unnecessary travel once conditions begin to deteriorate.

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