Where is the snow? The best reactions to Tuesday’s nor’easter.
Tuesday's snowstorm was initially projected to be the biggest to hit Mass. in nearly two years — then the storm shifted.
Throughout the last few days, meteorologists were tracking a powerful nor’easter, which was initially projected to dump up to a foot of snow on Boston and some surrounding areas.
The National Weather Service to issued a “winter storm warning,” urging people to remain inside and to avoid travel.
The storm was expected to bring heavy snowfall, strong winds, coastal flooding and low visibility. Widespread power outages and poor road conditions were also expected to affect the morning commute.
On Monday, Mayor Michelle Wu declared a snow emergency for the City of Boston, which meant schools and public libraries would close Tuesday and a citywide parking ban would take effect.
Governor Maura Healey also announced that non-emergency state workers would be working from home, and many state offices including RMVs would be closed.
Additionally, hundreds of flights were cancelled at Logan Airport, with airlines waiving fees due to the snowstorm.
However, late last night, just when it seemed like Massachusetts was bracing for the worst, the storm took a turn.
Meteorologist Dave Epstein said that higher accumulations were forecast for southeastern Mass. and Rhode Island. As a result of the storm shifting south, there would be minimal snowfall in the Boston area. Some areas north of Boston would see hardly any snowfall at all.
Many residents who were bracing for the impact of the storm, were surprised to experience a few flurries and rainfall throughout Tuesday.
Ahead, we rounded up some of the entertaining reactions on social media to the drastic shift in Tuesday’s snow forecast.
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