Summary:
Heavy snowfall blanketed parts of the Tri-State area, with High Point, NJ reporting 20 inches.
The storm also brought much-needed rain, easing drought conditions.
Significant rainfall totals were reported, with Miller Place, Long Island recording 3.13 inches.
Despite the precipitation, drought conditions persist, with the area still significantly below normal rainfall levels.
Power outages were reported in New Jersey due to the heavy snow.
Tri-State Area Hit by Unexpected Snow and Heavy Rainfall
After a prolonged drought and fire hazards, the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut areas experienced an early taste of winter with a significant weather system bringing both heavy snow and much-needed rain.
Impressive Snow Totals
Several locations reported substantial snowfall:
- High Point, NJ: 20 inches
- Callicoon Center, NY: 12 inches
- Monroe, NY: 10-12 inches
- Glen Spey, NY: 6 inches
- Port Jervis, NY: 7.4 inches
Significant Rainfall
The storm also delivered significant rainfall, offering relief from the drought conditions:
- Miller Place, Long Island: 3.13 inches
- Harrison, NJ: 3.08 inches
- Norwalk, CT: 2.70 inches
- Ridgewood, NJ: 2.37 inches
- Armonk, NY: 2.34 inches
Drought Conditions Persist
While the storm provided significant precipitation, drought conditions are expected to persist in the region. Upstate reservoirs received 1-3 inches of rainfall, but the area remains about seven inches below normal rainfall levels.
Power Outages in New Jersey
The heavy snowfall caused power outages in parts of New Jersey.
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