Box - outside - think :roll eyes
U.S. carriers cancelled 4500 flights before EK made their "momentous decision" @ 01:00 hrs.
Your desire for 48 hrs advance warning and action is not required but certainly 12 hours is. That's why there are forecasts and warnings from those who actually know what they are talking about. You know; the experts on winter storms on the U.S. East Coast. Apparently you are not one of them.
Box - outside - think :roll eyes
Wait for the next EK "update" on the upcoming further delays. Wish you were one of those in Terminal 3 Helen enjoying your unplanned "holiday" in Dubai. Typical arrogant EK thought processes; you must fit in exceedingly well.