Winter Storm Warnings Issued as Northeast Digs Out from 4 Feet of Snow

New England hit with 84 mph winds and up to 37.9 inches of snow, with more on the way

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings and watches for parts of the Midwest and Northeast as the region continues to dig out from a powerful nor'easter that brought up to 4 feet of snow and 84 mph winds. The storm has already dropped over 37 inches of snow in some areas, with more expected through the end of the week.

Why it matters

The back-to-back winter storms have caused significant disruptions across the Northeast, with dangerous travel conditions, power outages, and health risks from heavy snow shoveling. As the region braces for additional snowfall, there are concerns about the strain on local resources and infrastructure.

The details

The nor'easter that hit the Northeast earlier this week dropped staggering snow totals, with 37.9 inches recorded at T.F. Green International Airport in Warwick, Rhode Island. Other areas saw similarly high amounts, including 36 inches in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, 31.8 inches in Boston, and 30.8 inches in North Stonington, Connecticut. Wind gusts reached 84 mph in Montauk Point, New York, and 83 mph in Nantucket, Massachusetts. Meteorologists warn that a second storm is on the way, bringing the potential for additional snowfall from Wednesday night into Thursday across the Midwest and eastern U.S.

  • The nor'easter hit the Northeast earlier this week.
  • The second storm is set to bring snowfall from Wednesday night, Feb. 25, into Thursday, Feb. 26.

The players

National Weather Service (NWS)

The National Weather Service is the primary source of weather data, forecasts, and warnings for the United States.

AccuWeather

A commercial weather forecasting company that provides weather data and analysis.

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The takeaway

This series of winter storms has put a significant strain on the Northeast, with record-breaking snowfall and dangerous conditions. As the region braces for more snow, there are concerns about the ability of local resources and infrastructure to keep up with the ongoing challenges.