Snowfall and Blizzard in New York: PHOTO. VIDEO

Photo: NYC Sanitation @NYCSanitation

New Yorkers have already encountered a blizzard and are preparing for heavy snowfall.

NEW: heavy snow piling up in Times Square, NYC @breakingweather #nyc #snow #noreaster pic.twitter.com/x6AuaV60vT

- Reed Timmer (@ReedTimmerAccu) February 9, 2017

New York Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the closure of schools on Thursday. In addition, on Thursday all colleges and universities of the city will be closed.

In 5 areas of the city, at least 15 cm of snow has fallen.

“As Mother Nature once again tests this state's resilience and strength, I encourage New Yorkers to plan ahead and stay informed, and above all, stay safe,” said New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. “I have directed government agencies to closely monitor conditions and clear the highway as quickly as possible to avoid accidents and keep our bridges safe.” "I urge everyone to take extra care and avoid unnecessary travel during these hazardous weather conditions."

Long Island

The National Weather Service issued a storm warning in Suffolk County, starting at 3 hours of Thursday night and until 6 evenings. Because of poor visibility and snow-covered roads, authorities are asking to refrain from non-urgent trips. Due to high wind gusts, power outages may occur.

At the MacArthur airport, salt water trucks and 15-ton high-speed brooms are ready for cleaning the runways.

Government officials warn residents not to relax and refrain from traveling.

In brooklyn

2400 workers and 1600 cleaning machines working on 12 hours per shift throughout the city were involved in cleaning the streets of the city from the snow cover.

The city has a large reserve of salt - 315 thousand tons - for spreading on the streets and sidewalks.

Residents are advised to prepare an emergency kit that includes a gallon (3,78 liters) of water per day on the 3 of the day, a first aid kit, and a flashlight. The government also urges customers not to turn on gasoline engines, including generators, in a garage or any other confined space to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Transport

According to the latest data on 7: 15 in the morning local time, 1700 flights were canceled at all 3 airports in New York. Airlines urge residents to check flight status before traveling to the airport.

As of 7: 40: the 1, 2, 3, J, Z, B, D, F, and M trains operate with delays; 4, 5, 6, A, C and E trains have changed schedule.

CitiBike service is not working.

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