A blizzard warning has been issued for New York City and the surrounding area as a major snowstorm develops along the coast.

A rare and electrifying winter phenomenon could strike New York City this weekend as the region braces for a powerful coastal storm.

The timeline for NYC snow appears increasingly likely Sunday night into early Monday, but exact totals remain uncertain and depend on the storm’s track.

Boston and New York were bracing for a punishing mix of heavy snow and strong winds that will bring blizzard conditions. “Stay home and stay inside,” forecasters said.

A state of emergency covers 20 New York counties as whiteout conditions and dangerous travel are expected through Monday evening.

A big storm known as a nort’easter will be blasting up the east coast over the next 48 hours.  Snow will accumulate around a foot or more from Philadelphia to New York City.  Near Boston snowfall could exceed 18 inches with wind speeds gusting to between 30 to 60 miles per hour.

Blizzard warnings were issued Saturday for New York City, New Jersey and coastal communities along the East Coast.

Blizzard warnings are in the forecast for New York City, southern Connecticut and part of Delaware.

When making forecasts, our reporters aim to visualize severe weather possibilities rather than focus on the most dire predictions. A possible blizzard this weekend is the latest test.

New York City Emergency Management issued a Hazardous Travel Advisory for Sunday, February 22, through Monday, February 23, as a major blizzard bears down on the Northeast with forecast snowfall of 12 to 20 inches and wind gusts up to 55 to 60 mph.

Rochester residents are no strangers to the challengers of winter weather. Snow, wind, and bitter cold are part of living the “good life” in Western New York. However, when freezing rain enters the picture and ice accumulation begins to build,