A severe winter storm has paralyzed the northeastern United States, impacting approximately 40 million people and leading to a state of emergency in nine states, including New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. New York City experienced nearly 50 centimeters of snow in Central Park, with some areas in New Jersey and Rhode Island receiving over 60 centimeters. While driving bans in New York were lifted, public transportation was limited, and schools, businesses, and the UN headquarters remained closed. The storm caused widespread power outages, affecting nearly 660,000 households, and led to thousands of flight cancellations. Boston's mayor described the storm as "historic," and cities urged homeless individuals to seek shelter. This marks the second major winter storm to hit New York in recent weeks.