Sunday Snow Totals: A Chilling Recap of Winter’s Touch
As the sun set on Sunday evening, a blanket of snow descended upon the tri-state area, painting landscapes in shimmering white hues. From the quaint streets of Connecticut to the bustling cities of New Jersey and the urban sprawl of New York, residents awoke to a winter wonderland that ranged from a mere dusting to several inches of the icy powder.
The aftermath of the storm was a sight to behold, with most regions expected to experience a gradual rise in temperature on Monday, ushering in a melting process that would transform the snowy landscapes into slushy puddles and glistening icicles.
Connecticut Claims the Snow “Jackpot”
In the snowfall lottery that was Sunday evening, Connecticut emerged as the undisputed “jackpot” winner, with snow totals that left other areas in awe. The picturesque town of Hamden boasted a generous 3.7 inches of snow, while neighboring North Haven and Shelton clocked in at 3.5 and 3.0 inches, respectively. As the list continued, with Madison, Bridgeport, and Stratford each receiving their share of the wintry bounty, it was clear that Connecticut had won the snowfall jackpot for this storm.
New Jersey’s Snowy Surprises
Moving across state lines, New Jersey had its own share of snowfall surprises, albeit on a slightly lesser scale. From the tranquil town of Green Pond to the bustling streets of Newark, residents woke up to a winter wonderland that ranged from 1.8 inches to a mere 0.5 inches of snow. While some areas like Westwood and New Windsor reveled in the snowy delights, others like Newark and Harrison received only a fleeting dusting of the icy powder.
New York’s Snowy Symphony
In the heart of the Empire State, New York City and its surrounding areas also experienced their fair share of winter’s touch. From LaGuardia Airport to Central Park and JFK Airport, the city’s iconic landmarks were cloaked in a gentle layer of snow, with snow totals ranging from 1.2 inches to a mere trace. As Eastchester, Syosset, and Huntington Station reveled in the snowy spectacle, Islip Airport and JFK Airport received only a fleeting kiss of winter’s embrace.
As residents across the tri-state area bid farewell to the snowy remnants of Sunday evening, the promise of melting snow and rising temperatures heralded the arrival of a new day. While some areas celebrated the wintry magic, others braced themselves for the inevitable slush and ice that would follow in the wake of the storm. As the tri-state area navigated the transition from snow-laden streets to thawing landscapes, one thing was certain—the touch of winter had left its mark, painting a portrait of seasonal beauty that would linger in the memories of residents for days to come.
