Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez - Blizzard Warning in NYC

 

Note: Due to inclement weather, our Hunts Point office will be closed for in-person services on Monday, February 23. Staff will continue to answer phones and respond to constituent requests remotely. Please call 718-662-5970 if you need assistance from our office.   

Winter Weather Advisory

Heavy snow and frigid temperatures are expected in the NYC area this weekend into early next week. New Yorkers are urged to follow trusted news and weather sources, including emergency alerts from Notify NYC, and to prepare for hazardous winter conditions ahead of time.  

As of 02-21-2026, the National Weather Service has issued the following: 

What: Blizzard Warning 

Where: New York City  

When: From 1 PM Sunday, February 22nd to 6 PM EST Monday, February 23, 2026. 

Hazards: 13 to 18 inches of snow are expected to cause significant travel difficulties. Roads may be dangerous. Stay inside if possible. 

What can you do to prepare? 

Stay updated on forecasts and alerts from the National Weather Service and Notify NYC. 

Plan ahead for travel impacts. Conditions may worsen through the weekend and into Monday. 

Dress warmly and limit time outdoors when possible. 

If you must travel, allow extra time and be cautious of snow-covered or icy surfaces. 

Contact 311 if you see unhoused people who may be vulnerable to the freezing weather. Outreach teams can help connect them to shelter.  

Keep space heaters at least 3 feet away from anything that can burn. FDNY guidelines say space heaters should always be plugged directly into a wall outlet, without extension cords or power strips, and should be turned off or unplugged when unattended. 

NYCHA residents experiencing any heating issues should call the Customer Contact Center at (CCC) 718-707-7771 to create a work order.  

Before an Outage 

Charge cell phones 

Gather supplies 

Turn the refrigerator/freezers to a colder setting 

During an Outage 

Stay clear of downed power lines 

Turn off all appliances 

Keep refrigerator/freezer doors closed to prevent food spoilage 

Do not use generators indoors 

If you have a disability/access needs, or use Life Sustaining Equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911. 

Warming Centers 

NYC’s warming centers will be open to anyone that needs them, and all warming spaces have food and durable medical equipment, such as medical monitors, mobility aids, and respiratory devices. 

Find a Warming Center

For the latest updates, visit NYCEM’s website, sign up for emergency alerts by visiting the Notify NYC page, or call 311. For weather information, please visit www.weather.gov/okx.  

In Service, 

The Office of Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez