Blizzard 2016 is now over and left New York City and Jersey City, New Jersey buried in over 2 feet of snow, nearly smashing a record. Jersey Joe took his camera out for a live show in the heart of the blizzard and brings you the highlights in this special episode of his video blog web show.
The blizzard left New York City with 26.8 inches of snow, just 0.1 inch shy of the all time record that was set in February 2006. A travel ban went into effect and all above ground subway and train service was halted at 2pm Saturday, ahead of the heart of the storm. Mass transit is set to resume full service on Monday, January 25th, while airports have already reopened earlier in the day on Sunday.
THE 411
What: blizzard 2016
Storm name: Jonas
Total snowfall: New York City – 26.8 inches
JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:
Always use your head when a storm approaches. Stock up with the appropriate supplies you need, sit at home, and wait it out. Only venture out if the conditions are safe. While I had scaffolding and large buildings to shield under, when the snow starts whipping — those ice pellets really hurt!
What is your worst experience flying? Did something happen with the plane or did the airline screw you over? Or, perhaps you’ve never had a bad flight? See what happens when Jersey Joe chats LIVE with his friends in this special rebroadcast of a live web show from the pool!
THE 411
What: flying experiences
How: at the airport, in the sky, stuck on the runway, etc
JERSEY JOE RECOMMENDS:
I just wish we could go back to the good old days of flying, where it was actually fun to fly. Flying may be fast and convenient, but starting with the TSA security lines, it generally becomes a drag.
I would also like the airlines to include everything at once in the final price. No little upcharages, once I get to the airport. I know that’s how they make extra money, but why not just include that all in the original price when I book? Or, at least give me those options when I book. I would be much more inclined to spend a few extra bucks during booking, if I know that I’m going to get a cocktail or a hot meal during my flight. All those little charges add up after a while. But, they benefit the airlines — not the consumer. They certainly make me thing twice about adding extras to my flight.
What are some of your other airline peeves? Drop me a line on Twitter @JerseyJoe50!