"New York City Mayor Mamdani is expected to hold a news briefing later Saturday ahead of a nor'easter that could dump a foot or more of snow on the five boroughs -- this, as mounds of snow from last month's deadly system haven't even melted. Mamdani faces added pressure regarding storm preparedness this time around. Plows hit streets early, for the most part, and weren't the biggest issue."
"Those may play a greater role in this storm. Last time, however, the cold was most dangerous. At least 19 people were found dead outdoors, leading to scrutiny and City Council oversight hearings to derive recommendations for the future. This time around, temperatures won't be as much of a problem. Lingering snow piles should melt by Wednesday. Already, though, Mamdani has rebooted homeless encampment sweeps across the five boroughs to ensure more people get the shelter they need to stay safe."
Mayor Mamdani will hold a news briefing before a nor'easter that could drop a foot or more of snow across the five boroughs. A blizzard warning covers New York City, Long Island and much of New Jersey, with rates up to 2 inches per hour, gusts near 55 mph and expected whiteout conditions. Travel will be treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Temperatures will be milder than the previous deadly storm, and lingering snow piles should melt by Wednesday. The mayor has resumed homeless encampment sweeps to place more people in shelter. School closures or remote learning decisions may be announced.
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