Event Summary

The storm dropped 26.4 inches of snow and had a NESIS rank of 2. It was the worst blizzard since 1888 and record-holder until 2006.

Hazard Event Type

Winter Weather

Critical Issues

Heavy Snow

Start Time

12/26/1947 12:00 AM

End Time

12/27/1947 11:59 PM

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NYCEM Plans Activated

0

Emergency Operation Center

No

Injuries

0

Fatalities

0