Mr. de Blasio said he instructed the city’s sanitation department to move to 12-hour shifts for the storm. A “code blue” is also in effect for the homeless in New York City, greatly expanding their shelter options. Sign Up You agree to receive occasional updates and special offers for The New York Times's products and services. “Our concerns have somewhat intensified,” said Mr. Murphy, adding that the snow accumulation was unlikely to begin until early Wednesday. “We’ve been in touch with them all day,” Mr. Murphy said of the utility companies.

Source: New York Times March 20, 2018 15:37 UTC