The Blizzard of 2026 in New York City, Tri-State area

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Last updated: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:44PM GMT
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NEW YORK (WABC) -- The blizzard of 2026 impacted millions across New York City and the Tri-State area on February 22-23, 2026.

The major storm that blanketed the region with snow, canceled flights, disrupted transit and downed power lines.

More than 30 inches of snow fell on parts of Long Island and New Jersey.

What follows is our blog from coverage of the storm.

This blog is no longer being updated.

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Feb 22, 2026, 5:36 PM GMT

NJ Transit bus service to stop at 6:00 p.m.

NJ Transit service will be suspended at 6:00 PM today on all buses, light rail, and Access Link, New Jersey Governor Sherrill announced.

Trains are expected to run into this evening, but service will likely be suspended some time tonight.

Feb 22, 2026, 5:16 PM GMT

NYC public schools will have full snow day

New York City public schools will have a full snow day tomorrow, Mayor Mamdani announces. This means no online schooling or remote learning.

Feb 22, 2026, 4:15 PM GMT

Broadway shows likely canceled on Sunday evening

Broadway matinee performances (curtain times at 3 pm or earlier) will proceed as planned.

Due to anticipated travel impacts from the impending blizzard and the evening travel bans already announced for our surrounding areas, Broadway theatre owners and producers have reached consensus that evening performances (curtain times at 6pm or later) tonight (Sunday, February 22) will be cancelled.

Note that as of 10:30 am, Operation Mincemeat has not cancelled its evening performance.

For questions about exchange or refund policies, theatregoers should contact their point of purchase directly.

Feb 22, 2026, 4:06 PM GMT

Monmouth County expecting up to 28 inches of snow

Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden discusses storm preparations as his county prepares to potentially face over two feet of snow.

Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden joins Eyewitness News to discuss the major snowfall expected.