Heavy snow coats New York as Winter Storm hits Northeast

A winter storm hit the Northeast of the US on Sunday, 7 January, bringing heavy snow, rain, and strong winds to the area. Snow did hit New York, but melted quickly and gave way to sleet and freezing rain, creating treacherous conditions for New Yorkers to travel in. Nearly 20 million people across the country received winter warnings, with parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey expected to get up to two inches of snow per hour. Officials in the Northeast have warned of dangerous conditions and cautioned against travelling unnecessarily. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: .