The United States’ East Coast is bracing for a significant snowstorm for the first time in four years. The storm is expected to run from the Carolinas to Maine, with hurricane-force winds along the coast. Five states have proclaimed states of emergency.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, who is no stranger to snowfall, warned the storm might be “historic” In New England, more than two feet of snow might fall. Flooding is also expected along the shore, according to weather forecasters.
According to FlightAware, almost 5,000 US flights were canceled between Friday and Sunday. Forecasters predict that the storm, known as a Nor’easter, may dump up to 2 feet (61 cm) of snow on the Boston region.
In 2003, the current record of 27.6in (70cm) in 24 hours was set.
According to experts, the storm will undergo bombogenesis, which means that colder air will combine with warmer sea air, resulting in a rapid drop in atmospheric pressure. A bomb cyclone is formed as a result of this procedure.
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Boston stated, “Travel should be restricted to emergencies only,”
“If you must travel, make sure you have a winter survival kit on hand. Stay with your car if you become stuck.”
In the early hours of Saturday morning, the severe storm began to strike the country’s coast, with snowfall already reported in numerous regions.
According to the NWS and Accuweather, winds are forecast to intensify, perhaps reaching hurricane-force levels. A blizzard warning has been issued for the entire northeast, marking the first time one has been issued since 2018.
New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Rhode Island, and Virginia governors issued states of emergency, advising citizens to remain off the roadways for their own safety.
According to CBS News, the storm will affect 75 million people.
Saturday’s outdoor eating, as well as immunization appointments, have been canceled by New York Mayor Eric Adams.
Governor Kathy Hochul of New York advised citizens to stay at home “with a six pack of beer and wait it out”
Iguanas, a cold-blooded lizard species, are likely to become immobile and fall out of trees as a result of the lowest temperatures in years in Florida.