Millions face road travel bans as snow blankets New York and north-east US

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Associated PressFebruary 23, 2026 at 02:05 PM

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A major winter storm blanketed the northeastern US on Monday, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and whiteout conditions from Maryland to Maine. Millions faced road travel bans in New York, New Jersey, and Rhode Island, with blizzard warnings issued across the region. Over 5,000 flights were canceled, and public transit was suspended in some areas. The storm caused power outages for over 300,000 customers along the east coast. Emergencies were declared in multiple cities and states as officials mobilized resources. The National Weather Service warned of "nearly impossible" travel conditions and the potential for the storm to become a bomb cyclone.

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Maine 40% Frank Pereira 40% Rhode Island 40% Maryland 40% Long Island 50% Boston ×250% Massachusetts ×260% New Jersey ×470% New York ×370% National Weather Service (NWS) ×370% United States 80% New York City ×490%

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New York City

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