NYC Begins Snowstorm Cleanup with Full Deployment of Resources

With the snowstorm subsiding, New York City launched an all-hands-on-deck effort to clear roads, sidewalks, and public spaces. The Department of Sanitation (DSNY) deployed more than 2,000 snowplows and additional personnel to address the aftermath of the storm.

“We’re making great progress, but it’ll take time to fully restore normal conditions,” said DSNY Commissioner Jessica Tisch. The priority was given to major thoroughfares, transit hubs, and emergency routes, with residential streets next in line.

The MTA resumed most subway and bus services, though delays persisted in some areas. Airports reopened with limited flights, while Port Authority staff worked to de-ice runways and clear access roads.

Residents praised the quick response but highlighted challenges in some neighborhoods. “They cleared the main streets quickly, but our side streets are still buried,” said Mark L., a resident of the Bronx.

Officials reminded property owners to clear sidewalks and fire hydrants, with fines issued for noncompliance. Mayor Eric Adams thanked New Yorkers for their patience and resilience during the storm.