Snowfall intensifies in Northeast, with many stuck at home under blizzard warnings and travel bans

Millions of residents in parts of the northeastern U.S. are stuck at home under road travel bans and blizzard warnings as a fierce winter storm bringing heavy snow, strong winds and whiteout conditions has intensified. The National Weather Service says snow of up to 2 feet is possible in many areas through Monday, along with heavy winds and sharply reduced visibility. New York City and Rhode Island have banned nonessential road travel into Monday, with New Jersey implementing similar restrictions. Schools are closed Monday in cities including New York and Boston. Emergency declarations have been issued in several states and cities.