Even as we await official word that the New York City snow drought is over, we see the immediate evidence on Roosevelt Island. Break out the sleds and discs… with more snow on the menu for Friday.
by David Stone
The Roosevelt Island Daily News
Ah, the New York City snow drought! This was a big topic of discussion recently, but it looks like things might have changed overnight. Here’s the latest:
The drought was real: New York City hadn’t seen an inch or more of snow in Central Park for over 700 days, which is quite unusual for the city. This raised concerns about water management and the potential impact on winter activities.
Possible end to the drought: Just yesterday, on Monday, January 15th, 2024, Winter Storm Heather brought snowfall to the city, potentially ending the drought. Predictions were for 1-4 inches of snow overnight, with accumulations of 2-3 inches by morning.
The current situation: As of Tuesday, January 16th, 7:55 AM EST, it’s unclear how much snow actually accumulated across the city. In New York, you can check local news or weather reports for updates and advisories.
Or, you can look out the window.
Looking ahead: Whether this snowfall marks the official end of the drought remains to be seen. Winter still has a few months left, and future weather patterns will determine if the city receives more snow accumulation.
Additional resources:
- News article: https://nypost.com/2024/01/07/metro/nycs-700-day-snow-draught-persists-after-noreaster/
- Weather forecast: https://weather.com/storms/winter/video/snow-drought-may-be-about-to-end-in-new-york-city
I hope this information is helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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