Travel Ban Lifted In NYC As Blizzard Conditions Continue, Officials Say

NEW YORK CITY — The emergency ban on all non-essential road travel during Monday's blizzard has been lifted in New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday afternoon.

However, roads are still icy, and up to 2.3 more inches of snow are expected to fall throughout the day, Mamdani said.

"If you choose to drive, please exercise caution, travel slowly, and be mindful of others on the road.
 
We continue to advise New Yorkers to stay safe and stay indoors as much as possible," Mamdani said on X (formerly Twitter).

The storm, which has dumped between 14 and 19 inches in some parts of the city since Sunday afternoon, has reduced visibility across the city to just a quarter of a mile in some places, with wind gusts blowing between 40 and 50 miles per hour on Monday.

Despite lifting the travel ban, the city's subway and bus systems are continuing to run on modified service, and New Yorkers should expect delays throughout the day. Agency officials are advising commuters to check the MTA app for the latest updates.

By Monday evening, the storm will be out of the area, but harsh, windy conditions will still persist, as well as ice on the roads, despite frequent plowing.

A light rain and snow mix may return to the area on Tuesday night.

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