At least 18 people now dead as historic New York cold stretch nears end
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A prolonged stretch of subzero temperatures in New York City, the longest since 1961, has resulted in at least 18 deaths. The extreme cold prompted city officials to declare a "code blue" on January 19, ensuring access to shelters and increased outreach to vulnerable individuals. Over the weekend, temperatures plummeted to new lows, with wind chills making it feel as cold as -20F (-29C), leading to an extreme cold warning, the first since the alert was created in 2024. The recent deaths have become an early test for the new mayoral administration, which has opened additional shelter spaces and warming centers. Officials are urging those without housing to seek shelter from the dangerous conditions.
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