A severe winter storm is approaching post-Christmas road trip extremely dangerous in parts of the Northeast, and the storm will bring the most snow to New York in years.
The storm also affects flights. More than 1,500 flights were canceled Friday, with New York City's three airports and Philadelphia International Airport being the hardest hit.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Jersey and New York.
“Please continue to monitor your local forecast, avoid unnecessary travel, and if you must travel, take all necessary precautions to ensure a safe arrival,” New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement.
Heavy snow is expected to hit parts of New York, eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, western Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Snow and ice potential.
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The heaviest snowfall began in the tri-state area Friday afternoon and will continue overnight, making travel from Philadelphia to New York City and Albany, New York difficult.
Snow began reaching New York City around 5:00 pm Friday and will continue throughout the night, ending around 7:00 am. New York City is forecast to get about 7 inches of snow, the most in nearly four years.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams called it “significant snowfall” and said plows would be out on the streets late Friday.
People walk across the Gapstow Bridge in Central Park during snowfall on December 14, 2025 in New York City.
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Children sled in Central Park on December 14, 2025 in New York City.
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Six to 10 inches of snow are possible from upstate New York to Long Island.
In Philadelphia, 1 to 3 inches of snow and icy conditions are expected, making travel difficult Friday night.
Freezing rain spread across Pennsylvania Friday morning and covered roads across the state with dangerous ice. An ice storm warning is in effect for parts of western Pennsylvania, where multiple power outages and downed trees are possible.
