Snow from nor’easter storm leads to canceled flights in north-eastern US

Meteorologists predicted New York City could get as much as 8in of snow, with a foot or more possible in Boston

A strong nor'easter storm hit the north-east of the United States overnight on Tuesday, causing airlines to cancel more than 1,000 flights and disrupt the morning work commute for millions.

Meteorologists predicted New York City could get as much as 8in of snow, with a foot or more possible in Boston. However, warm ground temperatures meant that snow was not yet heavily accumulating in Manhattan.