"We're well beyond any point of really significant snow emergency," he said.

Also, a snow emergency was not declared, contributing to the number of abandoned cars on the streets.

"I'm sorry, sir, but the facilities are supposed to be closed to all business for the duration of the snow emergency."

In snow emergencies, employees view themselves as performers for the world's most critical audience.

The next day the same thing, another snow emergency and the radio says, "Please park your car on the even side of the street."

The city's contract with the Sanitation union requires workers to report to work during snow emergencies.

The preparation for opening the markets yesterday in the midst of a snow emergency began on Sunday.

Fortunately, there were plenty of snow emergencies to go around.

"We don't need extra cars during a snow emergency," he said.

"I'm feeling a lot more comfortable these days," she said in an interview during a recent snow emergency.