A long-lasting winter storm with lots of snow, ice and rain is expected to hit New York on Thursday and Friday.
Something that Manuel Navarrete, a peddler on Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside, hopes isn’t too bad so he doesn’t have to stop working.
“The money isn’t enough for me, very few people go out and I pay a lot of the rent, it’s a bit difficult to stay like this without working,” said Navarrete.
The northern end of the Hudson Valley or Hudson Valley could see 6 to 8 inches of snow, while the higher elevations could see a foot or more fall.
Governor Kathy Hochul issued a warning urging New Yorkers to avoid unnecessary travel during this storm and be prepared for potential power outages in the area.
For its part, the Department of Sanitation is taking the necessary steps to keep the streets clean.
While some residents are also preparing.
“To buy food to have at home and take our precautions, but I’m going to buy food,” said Woodside neighbor Leticia Rodiles.
As for public transportation, the MTA has announced that they are spraying salt on the steps and platforms of their Metro North stations during the storm.
In addition, the agency will ban the passage of trucks with trailers from 10 pm on bridges and tunnels due to strong winds.
But some users we spoke to worry that the MTA will work fine during the storm.
“If there’s a lot of rain or flooding, I think I’ll stay home because I won’t be able to go. I’ll have to call at work, especially with the transportation system I have, which isn’t that favorable, you understand, to stay fueled in Manhattan, I’d rather stay at home,” said Sandra Domínguez.
On the other hand, New York State Emergency Services urges drivers to keep a phone or any communication device charged in case their vehicle gets stuck on the road.
The agency assures that the main cause of death and injuries during winter storms are road accidents, therefore they invite motorists to exercise the utmost caution.
If you’re having problems with your heat or hot water, you can file a complaint by calling 311 or going online at nyc.gov
