Today in winter wonderlands

As seen on Broadway and Houston... photo by Robert Miner

Let's talk about the weather

A winter storm advisory is in effect this morning through tomorrow evening... here are a few details via the National Weather Service...

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 7 PM EST FRIDAY... WHAT...Snow expected. Snowfall accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected Thursday, with total snowfall accumulations of 5 to 9 inches by the end of the event on Friday. A light glaze of ice accumulation is possible Thursday Night as well. WHERE...Portions of northeast New Jersey, southern Connecticut and southeast New York. WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 7 PM EST Friday. IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a long duration winter weather event. Light to moderate snowfall is likely early Thursday morning into afternoon. A light wintry mix of sleet and/or freezing rain is possible for a period Thursday evening into Thursday Night, before turning back to light snow on Friday morning and ending in the afternoon or evening.

Ahead of this, the city suspended Open Streets and Open Restaurants roadway dining today. However, sidewalk dining remains open. In addition, Alternate Side Parking Regulations will be suspended through Saturday.

Photo from Tompkins Square Park by Vinny & O