It's not all about accumulations of snow. It's ripping sleet in Brooklyn. Heavier than I've ever seen in my life. It's also accumulating.
How short has you life been to date?

While it's definitely not a pleasant situation, it was way overblown (pun intended). I even moved my car this morning from an on street spot, and came back 40 minutes later to find that exact same spot available (even though it's an excellent spot that will not be blocked, and someone pulled into it as I pulled out this morning!)