The latest weather forecast said light to moderate rain would unfold in New York City this week due to the winter storm. There could also be a chance of flooding.
New Yorkers should anticipate rainy conditions this week. It is advisable to bring an umbrella as rain would become problematic for commuters.
In other parts of the United States, weather forecasts noted severe weather risks from tornadoes, heavy rain and snow.
AccuWeather reported that destructive tornado outbreaks rampaged homes in the South, especially Houston and Texas. The report said no one was injured and casualties after the tornado.
Meanwhile, USA Today added that gusty winds emerged in portions of California. The report said that parts of Los Angeles and Ventura would experience the Santa Ana winds.
Recently, in Southern California or near the Malibu coast, a 4.2 magnitude earthquake emerged. No casualties or injuries were reported.
In the Northeast, CNN US reported that it suffered from heavy snow and significant power outages. There were travel delays.
Rain and possible flooding
Bronx borough of New York Cityby David Dee Delgado/Getty Images
This week's weather conditions in NYC would expect wintry showers, a combination of rain and light snow.
The winter storm in Midwest and Northeast would help bring rounds of rain in NYC.
According to Fox 5 New York, the NYC Metro anticipates rain and snow this week.
In New Jersey, the weather forecast said that Suxxex County, Warren County, Morris County and Western Passaic County would expect snow and rain.
Meanwhile, Bloomberg said there could be a chance of moderate flooding and rain in New York City and Long Island on Wednesday night.
In addition, the National Weather Service (NWS) in New York City reported that minor to moderate coastal flooding would emerge in Southern Nassau.
The advisory noted that strong winds would accompany the wintry showers in NYC.
Snow drought in New York
New York City has experienced snow drought this winter season. The snow was only a trace and would not be sufficient to bring measurable snowfall in the state.
Many residents in NYC are still hopeful for measurable snowfall this season. According to AccuWeather, the state has not recorded measurable snowfall for about 300 days.
The weather in NYC has been marked by moderate rainfall. The warming of temperatures could be a factor in less snow.
Winter businesses are also impacted due to the lack of measurable snowfall in the state, adding to the low sales of winter items like a snow shovels.
On the other hand, NWWS reported that a strong weather system is forecast for the East Coast.
Meanwhile, the weather forecast added that heavy snow is expected in New England and Central Appalachian.
The winter storm key message for this week said that a significant storm would unload in the Northeast this Thursday.
The advisory noted that the winter storms would unleash heavy snow affecting many roads. Road delays and hazards are possible.
Did you know?
According to NOAA, East Central New York suffered from the worst ice storm on December 4 to December 5, 1964.
The report said widespread power outages continued for up to two weeks. Businesses and schools temporarily closed for a week.
Due to the ice storm's impact, many communities were affected. The National Weather Prediction said that temporary shelters were installed in New York and Massachusetts.
