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SXSW breaking news: many label reps and other industry executives are unable to catch flights out of New York City to Austin Texas because of blizzards.
Many were urged to change flights to the weekend just gone to try and miss the predicted chaos. Those who did not, are today witnessing widespread flight cancellations.
The blizzard is making this a very stressful SXSW for those of us still in NY right now. https://t.co/qOaNPPO9UO
— BrooklynVegan @ SXSW (@bvSXSW) March 13, 2017
According to an Associated Press report, 4,000 flights have been cancelled across the country as airlines brace for the storm. The North East of America including: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New England are affected.
The storm that is set to begin at midnight Tuesday (GMT-4) is expected to dump as much as 18 inches of snow, according to Gov. Andrew Cuomo. It will last about 24 hours.
Cuomo activated the state Emergency Operations Center as of Monday night and directed state agencies to be on heightened alert.
🚨 Blizzard and storm warnings effective for the entire state this evening. Tonight I will activate the state emergency operation center. pic.twitter.com/Epw5oiX7er
— Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) March 13, 2017
“I encourage all New Yorkers in affected regions to plan ahead and avoid any unnecessary travel as the storm progresses,” Cuomo said in a statement, adding that commuters should expect road closures, delays and cancellations.
Over 5,000 Flights Canceled Due To Winter Storm 'Stella' - https://t.co/OHOO89qbbv pic.twitter.com/D911S6yDca #Retweet #MAGA
— HAYDN R. SNAPE (@HAYDNRSNAPE) March 13, 2017
SXSW's music arm began today in sunny Texas. If you're down there and not stranded in New York here are 12 bands you must see.
