New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani orders citywide shutdown as snowstorm hits

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By The Associated PressFebruary 23, 2026 at 09:36 AM

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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani declared a state of emergency on February 23, 2026, due to a severe snowstorm hitting the northeastern United States. The city's traffic network is shut down except for emergency travel. The National Weather Service warned of heavy snow, strong winds, and coastal flooding from the mid-Atlantic to Maine, with snowfall rates potentially reaching 3 inches per hour and totals up to 24 inches. Blizzard warnings are in effect for multiple states, including New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. Power outages are anticipated, with over 22,000 customers already without power in New Jersey.

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