Weather systems are sweeping across the United States, putting millions at risk of potentially hazardous travel.

The biggest snowfall totals were north and east of New York City, specifically Connecticut and parts of Long Island. This is where the storm primarily performed as expected, with totals of 7-9". Some of the highest snow totals recorded were 9.1" in New Fairfield, Connecticut, and 7.5" in Babylon, New York.

Snowfall projections have been bumped up for the post-Christmas storm, with a new National Weather Service map showing widespread 5 to 7 inches now likely across much of the tristate area, and even higher totals in some spots.

Heavier snowfall has been reported in Upstate New York, with 9.2 inches in Poughkeepsie and 10 in Pine Plains. For numerous counties, Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a disaster emergency due to "imminent danger to public transportation, utility services, public health, and public safety systems."

The start of 2026 looks all set to be dominated by snow and bitterly cold weather, with new weather maps showing an Arctic blast hitting the UK in a matter of days. Whilst millions of Brits settle into the first week of 2026, the maps suggest an icy winter front will make its way to blanket the entire country.

A quick-hitting system will brush the tristate with light snow before a change to rain at the coast, bringing a slick morning commute for some areas.The National Weather Service said the storm’s window runs late Monday,

A wall of snow is set to hit the UK in a massive band stretching from west of Swansea in Wales to Norwich in England with up to 10 inches settling in some places

Weather charts show snow piling up across high ground, while Met Office warnings remain in place - including in Devon and Cornwall - until Tuesday.