A major winter storm, named Winter Storm Devin, has hit the Northeast over the last 24 hours (December 26–27, 2025), causing widespread disruptions during the peak post-Christmas travel window.
While the storm is beginning to weaken as of Saturday morning, it has left a significant trail of cancellations, power outages, and travel hazards.
Current Situation & Key Impacts
* States of Emergency: Governors in New York and New Jersey have declared states of emergency. In New York, the declaration covers more than half the state, while in New Jersey, it applies statewide due to dangerous mixtures of snow, sleet, and freezing rain.
* Travel Disruptions:
* Air Travel: Over 1,500 flights have been canceled since Friday night, with Newark (EWR), JFK, and LaGuardia (LGA) being the hardest hit. Airlines like JetBlue and Delta have issued travel waivers.
* Roads: Treacherous conditions were reported on major corridors including I-95, I-81, and I-80. Officials are still urging residents to avoid non-essential travel while road crews clear the slush and ice.
* Power Outages: More than 120,000 customers have lost power across the region. The combination of heavy, wet snow and freezing rain has caused tree damage and downed lines, particularly in northern New Jersey and parts of Pennsylvania.
Snowfall Totals
The storm was a "quick hitter," dropping heavy snow at rates of 1–2 inches per hour in some areas overnight.
| Location | Snowfall Accumulation |
|---|---|
| Catskills, NY | Up to 10 inches |
| Long Island, NY | 6–8 inches (highest in central/eastern areas) |
| New York City | 3–4 inches (lower than initial 8" forecasts) |
| Connecticut/New England | 4–8 inches reported in many spots |
| Freezing Rain (Ice) | Significant icing (0.4"–0.6") reported in Pennsylvania and NJ |
What to Expect Next
* Clearing Conditions: The National Weather Service indicates the storm is weakening and moving offshore. Skies are expected to clear through the afternoon, though residual travel delays will persist.
* Plunging Temperatures: Colder-than-normal temperatures are forecast for the remainder of the weekend, which may lead to refreezing on untreated roads and sidewalks tonight.
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