Transportation networks were severely disrupted. Flight-tracking data showed thousands of commercial flights were canceled across the country. Major airports including John F. Kennedy International Airport and Boston Logan International Airport reported significant delays and schedule changes.
Meteorologists said the storm could potentially evolve into a “bomb cyclone,” a weather phenomenon that occurs when atmospheric pressure drops quickly within a short period, often intensifying wind strength and precipitation.
Officials from the National Weather Service’s Boston regional office warned that the combination of heavy, wet snow and strong winds could damage trees, bring down electrical infrastructure, and trigger widespread power outages affecting thousands of households.
Emergency response teams expanded snow removal operations across urban areas, deploying plows, heavy machinery, and additional workers to clear roadways, sidewalks, and public transit stations.
City officials urged residents to stock emergency supplies including food, drinking water, prescription medications, and pet care items in preparation for possible prolonged isolation due to weather conditions.
