Blizzard Warnings Issued for East Coast

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The National Weather Service has issued blizzard warnings for New York City, Long Island, southern Connecticut, and coastal communities in New Jersey and Delaware as a late-winter storm is set to hit the East Coast on Sunday. The storm is expected to bring 1 to 2 feet of snow, with the heaviest snowfall occurring Sunday night and into Monday, along with strong winds of 25 to 35 mph that could make travel dangerous or impossible and cause scattered power outages.

Why it matters

This powerful winter storm comes just as the region was finally recovering from a previous snowstorm, posing a significant threat to transportation, infrastructure, and public safety across the densely populated Northeast corridor.

The details

The National Weather Service has increased its assessment of the storm's potential severity, warning that the combination of heavy snowfall and strong winds could create blizzard conditions, with snow accumulating at a rate of up to 2 inches per hour in some areas. The storm is expected to arrive quietly on Sunday with some rainfall before worsening, with the heaviest snow expected Sunday night and into Monday afternoon.

• The storm is expected to arrive on Sunday, February 23, 2026.
• The heaviest snowfall is predicted to occur on Sunday night and into Monday, February 24, 2026.

What’s next

Local authorities are urging residents to prepare for the storm by stocking up on supplies, securing their homes, and avoiding unnecessary travel during the height of the blizzard.