22.02.2026 17:01
The northeastern United States is facing a severe winter system expected to make its impact felt by the weekend. The storm, named Hernando, is anticipated to affect 50 million people and severely disrupt transportation. Authorities have urged citizens to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary. It has been reported that snow accumulations could approach two meters.
The northeastern United States is facing a severe winter system expected to make its impact felt. The storm, named "Hernando," is anticipated to affect millions of people, particularly those living in New York City and Boston, and to severely disrupt transportation. Authorities have urged citizens to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary.
50 MILLION PEOPLE MAY BE AFFECTED
It is projected that approximately 50 million people across the United States will be under the influence of the winter storm Hernando, which is expected to move along the Northeast Corridor starting today. Reports indicate that snow accumulation could approach two meters in some areas, with wind speeds reaching up to 110 kilometers per hour. Heavy snowfall and sub-zero temperatures are expected to adversely affect daily life.
MAJOR DISRUPTIONS IN TRANSPORTATION
Authorities have warned that travel could become "dangerous, even impossible." Attention has been drawn to the possibility of fallen trees and power outages, with over 3,000 flights already canceled. Cancellations are particularly concentrated around Boston and New York City, and the number of cancellations may increase as snowfall begins.
STATE OF EMERGENCY IN NEW YORK
It is stated that New York City may face a snowstorm of this magnitude for the first time since 2017. Snowfall is expected to begin on Sunday evening and continue until Monday afternoon.
Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency for New York City, Long Island, and parts of the Hudson Valley. Mayor Zohran Mamdani has warned the public to avoid traveling unless absolutely necessary.
WARNINGS FOR DOZENS OF STATES
Many states, including Delaware, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, and Pennsylvania, have issued calls for preparedness against arctic cold. A state of emergency has also been declared in some areas of Pennsylvania.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency statewide, effective from Sunday afternoon.
"BOMB CYCLONE" RISK
Meteorology experts have warned that the system could rapidly strengthen into an extremely severe weather event known as a "bomb cyclone." In such systems, atmospheric pressure drops rapidly in a short time, and the storm gains extraordinary strength.
Meteorologist Owen Shieh warned the local population, saying, "You wouldn't want to be outside. It will be difficult to see ahead."
WASHINGTON AND PHILADELPHIA WILL ALSO BE AFFECTED
The storm is expected to begin affecting Washington, DC, and Philadelphia early Sunday morning, then move northward to reach New York and Boston. It is stated that Boston may experience a snowstorm of this scale for the first time since 2022.
In southern Delaware and the Jersey Shore areas, snow accumulation is predicted to reach 60 centimeters.
MELTING RISK ON THE HORIZON
Authorities have indicated that temperatures are expected to rise to around 10 degrees by midweek, which could lead to rapid melting of accumulated snow and cause flooding. A state of alert continues across the region for risks associated with both heavy snow and sudden melting.