Weather Alert Issued For NYC For Tuesday Night Into Wednesday Morning
The New York City Emergency Management Department has issued a weather alert from the evening of Tuesday, February 11 through the morning of Wednesday, February 12, 2025, with a winter storm expected to impact the region.
About 1 to 2 inches of snow accumulation is expected throughout the city during this time, with a reasonable worst-case scenario of up to 4 inches. Another snow event is currently forecasted for Wednesday night into Thursday, for 0.5 to 1.5 inches of snow. Snow is forecast to transition into a wintry mix and rain Thursday morning and taper off by Thursday afternoon.
“New Yorkers can expect freezing temperatures and snowfall this week, and our city agencies are ready to answer the call to keep our city safe,” said New York City Mayor Eric Adams. “We’re expecting snow Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning, and thanks to our men and women at the Department of Transportation, Department of Sanitation, and Emergency Management, we’re prepared to keep our city moving. Remember to sign up for Notify NYC for weather updates and alerts.”
NYCEM warned that forecasted conditions could create slushy, slick roadways, particularly on untreated surfaces, and lead to ponding in areas with poor drainage. The agency advised New Yorkers to exercise caution when traveling, expect delays, allow extra time, and prepare for slippery conditions. Whenever possible, New Yorkers should take mass transit and check for any service changes in advance. Additionally, those driving, biking, or walking should watch for potential icy patches, especially on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads.
NYC Emergency Management is actively preparing for the approaching winter weather. The plan includes ongoing coordination with the National Weather Service, city and state agencies, and utility partners, as well as increased staffing. DSNY will be issuing a Snow Operations Advisory and is fully prepared for the approaching winter storm. More than 700 million pounds of salt are available for deployment, and collection trucks are equipped with plows that will hit the streets at the two-inch mark. DSNY will use its new Bladerunner 2.0 platform to track operations in real-time, enabling dynamic adjustments to the response. Every street is assigned to a route, and all routes can be dispatched simultaneously, ensuring a coordinated and efficient snow removal effort.
