The U.S. Northeast's first major snowstorm of the season descended on the region today, bringing people and traffic to a halt and blanketing New York City with the heaviest snowfall in its history.
About 26.9 inches (68.3 centimeters) of snow has fallen so far on New York City's Central Park Zoo, the Weather Channel reported. In December 1947, the park recorded 26.4 inches of snow. In Maryland, 22.5 inches fell in Baltimore's suburbs.
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, speaking at a news conference, said the roads should be cleared in time for Monday's morning commute, while urging workers to take mass transit.
New York City buses are experiencing about 15-minute delays and some subway lines are running with delays or on different tracks, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority said on its Web site. The Long Island Rail Road is experiencing up to 30-minute delays, while the Metro North Railroad is experiencing delays of as many as two hours. Some New Jersey Transit trains are also running with delays and service changes.
About 26.9 inches (68.3 centimeters) of snow has fallen so far on New York City's Central Park Zoo, the Weather Channel reported. In December 1947, the park recorded 26.4 inches of snow. In Maryland, 22.5 inches fell in Baltimore's suburbs.
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, speaking at a news conference, said the roads should be cleared in time for Monday's morning commute, while urging workers to take mass transit.
New York City buses are experiencing about 15-minute delays and some subway lines are running with delays or on different tracks, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority said on its Web site. The Long Island Rail Road is experiencing up to 30-minute delays, while the Metro North Railroad is experiencing delays of as many as two hours. Some New Jersey Transit trains are also running with delays and service changes.
