Arctic Storm Triggers Emergency Declarations Across Multiple States
PUBLISHED Jan 23, 2026, 8:20 AM ET
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New York — Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency Friday as an Arctic storm and extreme cold swept the Northeast and other states, prompting multi-agency preparations. National Weather Service offices issued winter storm warnings and cold advisories; forecasts called for heavy snowfall ranging from 6 to 18 inches in affected zones and dangerous wind chills reaching well below zero. Ohio officials scheduled a Jan. 23 briefing and cautioned against travel ahead of predicted 8–12 inches there. Schools, churches and businesses reported closures in St. Louis. Travel outlets warned of major disruptions. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Jan. 23: Local forecasts warn of incoming Arctic air and initial snowfall in western regions.
- Jan. 23: Governor Kathy Hochul declares a State of Emergency; state agencies mobilize.
- Jan. 23: Ohio schedules Gov. DeWine briefing; NWS issues winter storm warnings for Jan. 24–25.
- Jan. 23–24: Schools, churches, and businesses announce closures; DOTs pre-treat roads.
- Jan. 24: Peak snowfall and lowest wind chill values expected in affected areas.
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State emergency management agencies, road crews, and utility companies benefited from emergency authorizations and resource mobilization enabling faster response to hazardous conditions.
Residents, travelers, and local businesses suffered from hazardous travel, service disruptions, school and business closures, and potential economic losses during the storm.
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