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A mix of snow and ice hit the U.S. Northeast on December 27, 2025, causing significant disruptions to airline travel and prompting states of emergency in New York and New Jersey. While the heaviest snowfall ended by mid-morning, treacherous road conditions persisted, leading to travel advisories and commercial vehicle restrictions. Thousands of flights were canceled or delayed, particularly in the New York City area. Airlines waived change fees for affected passengers.
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Northeast Braces After Winter Storm Cripples Travel, Prompts Emergency Declarations
NEW YORK – December 28, 2025 – A winter storm packing snow and ice swept across the U.S. Northeast on Saturday, December 27th, leaving thousands stranded and prompting states of emergency in New York and New Jersey. The storm, which hit during the busy post-holiday travel period, significantly impacted air travel and road conditions.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul urged “extreme caution” to residents while acting New Jersey Governor Tahesha Way asked travellers to avoid travel.
By Saturday morning, snowfall ranged from six to ten inches across central and southeastern New York, Connecticut, and two to four inches in New York City’s Central Park, the most significant snowfall since 2022.
The weather prompted the cancellation or delay of over 9,000 domestic U.S. flights, with major disruptions at John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport. Several airlines, including American Airlines, United Airlines, and JetBlue Airways, announced waivers for change fees to accommodate affected passengers.
“The heaviest snow is done,” noted Bob Oravec, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center. “Only a few flurries remain this morning, and those will taper off by the afternoon.”
Ice storm warnings and winter weather advisories remained in effect for much of Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. New Jersey and Pennsylvania also implemented commercial vehicle restrictions on several major roadways.
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