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Winter storm pulls away after dumping heavy snow; frigid air won't budge | Live updates

The storm left well over a foot of snow in parts of the area, and cold air will be locked in place into early February.

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Last updated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 4:38PM GMT
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NEW YORK (WABC) -- The winter storm of January 2026 that once covered 2,000 miles across the nation has pulled away, leaving New York City and the Tri-State area to dig out from the biggest snowfall in years.

The big dig coincided with the start of the work week, with motorists faced with treacherous drives and commuters on public transit that contended with challenges, too, though subway service was largely normal.

The storm left almost a foot and half of snow in parts of the region, while Central Park came in at 11.4 inches, a record for the day. These were not the final numbers and could go up.

There were a few more scattered snow showers early Monday but the bulk of the storm has headed out to sea. Monday's notable weather feature was the bone-chilling cold, and it will linger through at least the next seven days. Temperatures are not expected to top the freezing mark until Feb. 3, when a high of 33 is expected, still well below normal.

That means the snow and ice will stick around at least into early February.

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Jan 29, 2026, 8:58 PM GMT

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American Airlines says this weekend's storm has been the most disruptive storm in American Airlines' 100-year history.

American Airlines has cancelled more than 9,000 flights -- that's around 25% of their total flights -- and the company expects impacts to be felt for two more days.

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Ferry riders can expect these landings to be skipped: Battery Park City, Pier 79, Atlantic Ave/Pier 6-Brooklyn Bridge Park, and Brooklyn Navy Yard.

Commuters should consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

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NYC Office of Emergency Management issues advisory amid brutal, dangerous cold

New Yorkers should be cautious during dangerous conditions developing tonight into early Wednesday, the New York City Office of Emergency Management (OEM) warns.

A "prolonged and severe" cold event is underway as another Arctic air surge arrives.

"Being outside will feel painful. Exposed skin can freeze in minutes. Waiting for transit, walking, or working outdoors will be dangerous without full winter protection," OEM said. "After midnight, wind chills will fall below zero, reaching about 5 to 9 degrees below zero by early Wednesday morning. These are life threatening conditions for anyone exposed for more than a short time."

OEM added that homes will lose heat faster, pipes are at higher risk of freezing, cars may have trouble starting, and roads may become icy overnight -- especially on bridges.

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"Limit time outdoors. Cover all exposed skin. Check on neighbors. Bring pets inside. If you lack heat, call 311... Call 311 if you see someone at risk outdoors," OEM urged. "People without reliable heat, older adults, people experiencing homelessness, and those with medical conditions face the highest risk."

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Long Island Rail Road delays and cancellations continue

"We will be back on a regular weekday schedule starting tomorrow, January 27," LIRR posted to X Monday evening.

However, LIRR now says its customers can anticipate cancellations and delays today due to ongoing weather-related switch and equipment trouble.

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