Snowpacolypse by the Hour

7 A.M. EST
The storm continues to pound eastern Massachusetts, Rhode Island, eastern Connecticut and eastern Long Island, where accumulations could reach 2 feet. Light snow is falling in New York City, which got about 7-10 inches of snow. Philadelphia, initially predicted to get about a foot of snow, gets about an inch. Boston is virtually shut down, but places farther south are reopening, with New Jersey lifting a travel ban in the southern half of the state.

6 A.M. EST
Amtrak suspends service north of New York and reduces its schedule for trains operating south of New York. Northeast Regional and Acela Express services are operating on a reduced schedule between New York and Washington.

4 A.M. EST
Maine Gov. Paul LePage declares a state of emergency and announces that all state offices are closed Tuesday. LePage cites the forecast for winter storm and blizzard conditions, as well as the potential coastal flooding in southwest Maine.

MIDNIGHT EST
Rhode Island implemented a travel ban on all roads and closed its bridges.

11 P.M. EST
Authorities ban travel on city streets and highways in New York City, Long Island and New Jersey except for first responders and essential personnel.

Philadelphia, which had expected to receive up to 14 inches of snow, could now get much less. Mayor Michael Nutter says forecasters are projecting 6 to 10 inches of snow but strong winds are still anticipated.

10 P.M. EST
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation waived tolls along the Massachusetts Turnpike, the Tobin Bridge and the Harbor Tunnels until further notice.

9 P.M. EST
New Jersey Transit has shut down service but says it will restore operations "as soon as possible." It had said earlier that commuter trains wouldn't run until at least Thursday because of the snowstorm.

Streets across the Northeast are almost empty. In New York City, it seems most workers are back at home for the night. Long Island resident Sameer Navi, who works for Citigroup in Manhattan, followed officials' advice about going home early to avoid the brunt of the storm. "I did leave earlier than usual," he says.

8 P.M. EST
The snow lets up, with none falling in Philadelphia and only light flurries in Providence, Rhode Island, in Boston and in New York City. But New York Mayor Bill de Blasio warns residents not to grow relaxed because of the lull: "This is literally the calm before the storm," he says.

Amtrak says it will suspend rail service in the New England region and modify service between New York and Washington on Tuesday because of snowy conditions. It says the Acela Express and Northeast Regional service between New York and Boston will be suspended.

7 P.M. EST
Snowfall totals: In New York City, close of 5 inches in Queens and more than 4 inches in Central Park, the National Weather Service says. In parts of Pennsylvania, as much as 3 inches.

Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo tells residents to prepare for 2 to 3 feet of snow and expect to potentially be without power for days. "Stay in your house until you hear otherwise," Raimondo warns.

6 P.M. EST
Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy activates 400 members of the National Guard to assist with any emergency that may arise and orders all nonessential state workers to stay home Tuesday.

The New York State Thruway Authority is restricting all tractor-trailers on Interstate 87 between Newburgh and the New York City Line.

Snow predictions have risen in Maine to 2 feet, and dozens of school districts and businesses say they'll be closed Tuesday, including public schools in Bangor, Biddeford, Falmouth and Saco.

2,000 pieces: The size of the puzzle lifelong Augusta, Maine, resident Heather Gluck has on hand to bide her time if power goes out. "If I have to do it by candlelight tonight, I will," she said.

Flights canceled: About 7,500 through Wednesday.

5 P.M. EST
Broadway theaters are shuttering as the snowstorm begins to blast Times Square. All performances will be closed on Monday, a traditionally quiet night with few shows available, and no decision about Tuesday has been made.

Massachusetts: 500 National Guard troops are on stand-by to be quickly deployed if needed, says Gov. Charlie Baker.

Commuter trains: A Connecticut travel ban begins at 9 p.m., and Metro North is running more trains than normal to get commuters home well before heavy snow arrives tonight. In New York, Port Authority Trans-Hudson rail service will operate on weekend schedules after 9 p.m.

Weather unfit for man or beast: New York City's four zoos and aquarium will be closed Tuesday. The Wildlife Conservation Society says they closed at 3 p.m. Monday.