Snow returns to NYC on Thursday

Updated 7:30 p.m. 

Get ready for some more snow.

The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasted 8 to 12 inches of heavy, wet snow through Friday morning. A Winter Storm Warning will be in effect from midnight tonight until 6 a.m. Friday.

Wednesday afternoon, Governor Andrew Cuomo directed state agencies to prepare for the impending Nor’easter winter storm.

This one will bring a mix of snow, sleet and rain as well as windy conditions, according to the NWS.

“I have again directed state agencies to prepare and coordinate resources for the Nor’easter that is forecasted for late tonight and into Thursday,” Cuomo said. “As we have done in previous storms this season, the State is directing necessary resources to the areas in greatest need, and we will be flexible in our ability to redirect equipment and personnel as the storm reaches the state.”

Snow will develop around 3 a.m., and continue throughout the day before tapering off about 24 hours later. During the day, with temperatures hovering around the mid-30s, there will be a mixture of snow, sleet and rain, according to the NWS.

Winds will be 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph during the storm.

Transportation 

Subways plan to operate on normal weekday schedule during the morning rush house. The LIRR is developing service plans for the coming storm, and may offer extra afternoon service. To track developments, click here.

Buses may reduce service by up to 20 percent if conditions warrant. Alternate side parking regulations are suspended through Saturday, but meters remain in effect.

Alternate Side Parking Regulations have been suspended citywide for Thursday, February 13 through Saturday, February 15 to facilitate storm response and snow removal.

As there are no Alternate Side Parking Regulations in effect on Sundays, and as previously announced, they will also be suspended on Monday, February 17 for Washington’s Birthday/Presidents Day, that means that alternate side parking regulations are suspended from now through Monday.

Payment at parking meters will remain in effect throughout the City.

Sanitation

In preparation of the inclement weather, the city’s Department of Sanitation has issued a “snow alert,” starting at 1 a.m. Thursday. It said its plows and spreader will be ready, but trash and recycling pickups will need to be delayed during its snow operations.

To track the progress of DSNY clearing operations throughout the five boroughs, click here.