The National Weather Service issued a Winter Weather Advisory for New York City which will be in effect from 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, through 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 14. Due to the chance of more forecasted snowfall, the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) issued a Winter Operations Advisory for Saturday, Feb. 13, starting at 1 p.m. also.

 

Snowfall is expected beginning Saturday afternoon and may continue in the form of snow or freezing rain through as late as Sunday mid-day. The department began pre-treating roadways with salt and brine early Saturday morning, and salt spreaders will continue working through the storm.

 

According to DSNY officials, the combination of sleet and freezing rain could create dangerous roadway conditions on Saturday evening and overnight into Sunday. New Yorkers are strongly advised to avoid any unnecessary roadway travel.

 

Department officials said DSNY is coordinating with other City agencies on snow clearing protocol in accordance with each agency’s written snow plan. All relevant city agencies have been notified and the department will continue to monitor forecasts.

 

The New York City Emergency Management Department has also issued a travel advisory for New York City from Saturday afternoon through Sunday evening. New Yorkers are advised to avoid driving, use mass transit where possible and to remember to wear a face covering and adhere to social distancing guidelines. Officials said that if traveling by road, drivers should exercise extreme caution, as roads may be slippery due to the freezing rain and to allow for extra travel time.

 

The agency recommended that New Yorkers sign up for Notify NYC, the City’s free emergency communications program, for the latest information and updates on this storm and emergency events in NYC. To sign up for Notify NYC, download the free mobile application, visit NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, call 311, or follow @NotifyNYC on Twitter.

 

All winter weather information and information about the City’s response to the storm can be found by visiting the City’s Severe Weather website at www.nyc.gov/severeweather or by calling 311.

 

Find information on Sanitation snow operations along with residents’ responsibilities during and after snow at nyc.gov/snow.