Saturday, October 3, 2026
Glen Covers have finally sarted to dig their homes and businesses out from the 14 inches of snowfall that accumulated overnight from Sunday to Monday morning. City schools wwere closed Monday and will remained closed on Tuesday.
"All after-school activities and programs are also cancelled," a message from city school district posted to rheir website. "High traffic across many districts can cause ParentSquare delivery delays. If you haven’t received a notification, please check our website, our social media pages, for immediate information."
Latest snow totals across Long Island is mostly in the 24 to 30 inches range with East Meadow with 23.7, Lynbrook at 24 and SW Babylon 29.5 and Islip 29.1 all reported in the past 2 hours.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Gov. Kathy Hochul gave declared states of emergency starting Sunday morning.
On Saturday afternoon, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman held a news conference at Nickerson Beach in Lido Beach, announcing the county's preparedness plan that will go into action early Sunday morning.“We’ll have about 75 trucks on the road, first salting and preparing the roads and highways," Blakeman said. "When the accumulation reaches approximately three inches, they will be out plowing for the duration.”
“It is mandatory that all motor vehicles be removed from public streets. Vehicles left on roadways will be subject to ticketing and removal," the city of Glen Cove office off the Mayor Facebook's page posted. "Please park in your driveway, on your lawn if necessary, or in appropriate municipal parking lots to allow our Department of Public Works to safely and effectively clear the streets."
Officials said the declaration enables the city’s Department of Public Works to conduct snow removal operations without obstruction. Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel while conditions remain hazardous.
In addition to removing vehicles, property owners and business operators are responsible for shoveling and clearing sidewalks adjacent to their properties, clearing nearby fire hydrants, and ensuring that snow is not shoveled or blown into city streets.
Garbage collection scheduled for Monday will instead take place on Tuesday due to the storm.
A blizzard is defined as a severe winter storm lasting at least three hours, characterized by sustained winds or frequent gusts over 35 mph and considerable falling/blowing snow that reduces visibility to less than a 1/4 mile. The coming storm has winds expected to gust up to 45 to 55 mph in some areas.
Wind and visibility, not total snow accumulation determines if the storm is a blizzard, which can cause whiteout conditions and significant drifting.
"Visibility will be very difficult in the afternoon because of the wind and the snow," Blakeman explained. "You will not be able to see very far. Do not go out in your car unless it's absolutely necessary."
There is also a coastal flood watch in effect for the South Shore of Nassau and Suffolk counties. With major coastal flooding expected Sunday night into Monday.
The weekend forecast: Sunday: Cloudy with a 50 percent chance of snow. The storm starting early to mid-afternoon. Could begin as a mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet or snow. High around 37 degrees. East wind 15 to 30 mph.
Sunday Night: Travel could be become hazardous with snow likely. The low temperature near 28 degree with wind gusts between 25 and 40 mph.
Monday: Morning snow, the high around 36 degrees. Wind blown and drifting snow could cause dangerous travel conditions.
Blakeman announced the opening of two temporary warming centers. A women-only center will be opened at 1 Charles Lindbergh Blvd in Uniondale — the Mitchel Field Athletic Complex. Men and families can shelter at 1200 Old Country Road in Westbury — formerly the Nassau County Family Court building.
High winds could bring down power lines. PSEG Long Island encourages customers to take the time now to prepare (psegliny.com/safetyandreliability/stormsafety) ahead of a weather event – including knowing how to report an outageand how to stay safe and connected to PSEG Long Island during winter weather.
Blakeman reiterated the likleihood of downed power lines, saying that the expectation is for "wet snow," which accumulates heavier and is more likely to break tree limbs, especially combined with the expected winds, which can result in downed power lines.
Blakeman suggested calling PSEG directly to report any power outages: (800) 490-0075. Dialing 911 should be reserved for emergencies, medical or otherwise. Residents are advised not to call 911 to report a basic power outage — but the emergency number can be used to report downed power lines.
For non-emergency assistance, the city can be reached at 516-676-2000.
