Kathy Hochul and Mikie Sherrill Declare Emergencies Before Blizzard

Governors Kathy Hochul and Mikie Sherrill declared states of emergency as a powerful winter storm threatens 56 million people with blizzard conditions from Maryland to Massachusetts. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Metropolitan Transportation Authority Chairperson Janno Lieber warned of severe transit disruptions and dangerous travel. The National Weather Service forecast up to 24 inches of snow and 70 mph winds while meteorologist Cody Snell noted the rare intensity of the incoming system. These emergency measures follow a tragic January storm that killed over 100 people and prompted the mobilization of 100 National Guard members for regional support.Governors Kathy Hochul and Mikie Sherrill declared states of emergency as a powerful winter storm threatens 56 million people with blizzard conditions from Maryland to Massachusetts.New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Metropolitan Transportation Authority Chairperson Janno Lieber warned of severe transit disruptions and dangerous travel.The National Weather Service forecast up to 24 inches of snow and 70 mph winds while meteorologist Cody Snell noted the rare intensity of the incoming system.