State of emergency in New York by snowstorm

State of emergency in New York by snowstorm

World January 23, 2016 20:49

- In parts of New York state of emergency due to the prevailing snow storm. Apart from abundant snow to New York and New Jersey also threatened by flooding.

By order of the governor of the State of New York, Andrew Cuomo, the public transport shut down Saturday afternoon at half past one (local time). Also, tunnels and bridges are closed. All Broadway shows were canceled Saturday night.

This is probably one of the worst storms in our history , said Mayor Bill de Blasio of New York Saturday at a press conference. According to him, the current snowstorm end up in the top five since the first survey in 1869. stayed inside or go outside only briefly- and keep your children close eye , warned De Blasio.

The blizzard keeps eleven eastern US states in its grip. 8. There are 600 flights canceled. 258. 000 households and businesses without power.

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