Bergen County Snow Response: Executive Jim Tedesco on Preparation and Public Safety

County-Wide Snow Response

• 🌨️ Bergen County is implementing an "all hands on deck" response to the snowstorm, involving county employees and municipal partners.
• ⏰ Preparations have been underway for the past two to three days, with over 100 personnel deployed since six o'clock this morning.

Storm Impact and Challenges

• ❄️ The county anticipates up to a foot of snow combined over today and tomorrow.
• ⚠️ There is a potential for two different storm types: all snow in the north and a mix of snow and ice in the southern parts, presenting distinct challenges.

Public Assistance and Safety

• 🚗 Residents are urged to stay off the roads to allow plows and emergency vehicles clear passage.
• 🚑 The primary goal is to keep connector roads open for emergency responders like ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars.
• 🚨 A state of emergency has been declared, emphasizing the need for public cooperation to ensure safety and efficient operations.