The New York City Emergency Management Department today issued a hazardous travel advisory for Monday, February 1, and Tuesday, February 2. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for New York City in effect from 7 p.m. tonight through 6 a.m. Tuesday.
According to the latest forecast, a winter storm is expected to bring snow to the area beginning Sunday night through Tuesday. Steady to light moderate snow will develop as early as Sunday evening, intensifying overnight through the Monday morning rush. The heaviest period of snow is forecast mid-morning Monday into the evening, with the potential for snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour. Snow is expected to taper off after midnight Tuesday, but intermittent light to moderate snow could linger into Tuesday before the system moves out of the area. A total of 14 to 18 inches of snow is expected, with locally higher amounts possible. Gusty winds are also in the forecast for Monday, with sustained winds 20 mph to 30 mph, and gusts up to 45 mph. The combination of heavy snow and gusty wind conditions could cause blizzard conditions. Temperatures below freezing are expected on Monday and Tuesday, which will result in the potential for continued dangerous road conditions after the snow has ended.
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for areas in northern Queens, Manhattan, and The Bronx from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, then 8 p.m. Monday through 4 a.m. Tuesday. A Coastal Flood Advisory is also in effect for Brooklyn and Staten Island from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday, then 8 p.m. Monday to 1 a.m. Tuesday. A Coastal Flood Advisory means that conditions favorable for flooding are expected to develop. This could result in shallow flooding of some roads and low-lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes or businesses near the waterfront. Coastal residents should be alert for later statements or warnings and take action to protect property.
A Coastal Flood Warning is also in effect for southern Queens from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, then 8 p.m. Monday through 3 a.m. Tuesday. This could result in road closures, along with widespread moderate flooding of low-lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes or businesses near the waterfront. Coastal residents should be alert for later statements or warnings and take action to protect property. If travel is required, do not drive through flooded streets.
New Yorkers are advised to work remotely and refrain from unnecessary travel. If travel is necessary, use mass transit where possible, wear a face covering, and adhere to social distancing guidelines. If you must drive, allow for extra travel time, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency, and exercise extreme caution.
“The City is leaning forward aggressively to prepare for the impending storm, and we also encourage New Yorkers to prepare,” said NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Deanne Criswell. “We advise you to avoid any unnecessary travel. We will continue to work closely with our partners to prepare for and respond to any impacts from the inclement weather.”
“Forecasts indicate this will be a challenging, potentially dangerous snow event. We ask all New Yorkers to stay off the streets as much as possible during this storm as we work with our partner agencies to make them safe and passable again,” said Edward Grayson, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Sanitation.
Some Crown Heights schools have issued updates for tomorrow:
Lubavitch Yeshiva Crown Heights
Due to the snow and storms predicted for tomorrow, please find schedule changes below:
▪️Preschool and Pre1A will be closed.
▪️Grades 1 to 6 will begin Yeshiva at 10am.
▪️Grades 7 and 8 will have Minyan at 8:30am.
▪️There will be no Bus Transportation.
▪️The plan is for dismissal to be at 4 PM for all Grades.
We will monitor the weather during the day and send updates on any changes.
Oholei Torah:
Due to inclement weather predicted for tomorrow, Monday י”ט שבט – February 1, please find the schedule changes below:
Preschool and Pre 1-A will be closed.
Grades 1 through 7 will begin with Shachris at 10:00 a.m.
Grade 8 will begin with Shachris at 9:00 am.
Dismissal for grades 1 through 7 is scheduled for 3:30 pm and grade 8 for 4:45 pm.
We will monitor the weather during the day and send updates as needed.
There will be no busing for grades 1 through 8.
Please make the necessary arrangements for your son(s) to be dropped off and picked up from school.
Bais Rivkah
Due to the inclement weather, school will be closed tomorrow (Monday, February 1, י״ט שבט) for Preschool/Headstart through High School.
Preschool and Headstart will have a zoom session. Stay tuned for details from your daughter’s teacher.
Elementary (Grades 4-8) will have a zoom Davening class at 10 am.
Check back for further updates.
