The winter storm paralyzed travel across the Tri-State area. Airlines canceled thousands of flights, the MTA issued multiple service alerts, and NJ Transit paused select routes. For Harlem commuters, even short trips became exercises in patience and resilience. Travel disruptions during extreme weather underscore the city’s reliance on public and private transport. They highlight the intricate choreography needed to keep a metropolis moving when nature asserts its authority.

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