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New York City is expecting a significant snowstorm this weekend, starting Sunday, January 25, with forecasts predicting 6 to 14 inches of snow and potentially hazardous conditions. We want to ensure everyone is prepared and informed. Below is important information to help you navigate the storm.
On Our End:
The Chinatown BID Clean Team will be out throughout the neighborhood shoveling snow, clearing crosswalks, and ensuring catch basins are accessible. If you see our team working in the snow, please thank them for their hard work in keeping Chinatown safe and walkable.
On Your End:
Remember that city law requires property owners and businesses to clear snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their properties. Failure to do so may result in fines of up to $250 per day.
Clearing timelines depend on when snow stops falling:
- Snow ends between 7:00 AM and 4:59 PM → Clear within 4 hours
- Snow ends between 5:00 PM and 8:59 PM → Clear within 14 hours
- Snow ends between 9:00 PM and 6:59 AM → Clear by 11:00 AM
For full details, refer to the NYC Department of Sanitation rules.
We also recommend signing up for Notify NYC to receive official alerts when snow emergencies are declared or lifted.
On The City's End:
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Alternate Side Parking may be suspended. Check here for updates.
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Citi Bike may temporarily close due to weather. Follow their X account (Twitter) for real-time updates.
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MTA services may be delayed. Monitor their X account (Twitter) for transit advisories.
- DSNY will begin treating roads Saturday and plow once snow starts. Trash collection may be suspended Monday—check with DSNY before putting out trash.
- Code Blue is in effect due to extreme cold. If you see someone who may be homeless or in need of assistance, please call 311.
Stay safe, stay warm, and look out for one another. Together, we can keep Chinatown moving safely through the storm.
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