Here Are the Five Biggest Snowstorms in New York City Since 1869
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- New York City is preparing for a significant winter storm expected to bring over a foot of snow and strong winds throughout the weekend.
- This upcoming storm is forecasted to be windier and wetter than previous ones, with snowfall amounts between 12 to 20 inches, and the possibility of exceeding 24 inches.
- The National Weather Service has issued the city's first blizzard warning since 2017 due to the severity of the storm.
- Earlier this year, New York experienced a major snowstorm in January that dropped 11 inches of snow and broke low-temperature records.
- The article references the five largest snowstorms in New York City history, highlighting their impact and damage.
