Monmouth County Sheriff on Snowfall Safety Measures and Road Conditions
Eyewitness News ABC7NYJanuary 5, 20265 min42,717 views
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- ❄️ Monmouth County has received approximately six inches of snow in some areas, with conditions remaining slushy and expected to ice over.
- ⚠️ Sheriff Golden advises residents to avoid unnecessary travel and allow snow plows to clear roads, especially during the weekend.
- 🚗 Minor accidents and vehicles going off the road have occurred due to slippery conditions.
Safety Precautions and Concerns
- 🧊 A primary concern is the freezing temperatures expected overnight and into the next day, which will turn slush into ice, creating hazardous road conditions.
- 🌳 There is also a concern for tree branches accumulating heavy snow and ice, potentially leading to power outages.
- ⚠️ Residents are urged to exercise caution when shoveling snow, as the heavy snow can be physically demanding and lead to medical issues.
Law Enforcement and Public Works Response
- 🛣️ Over a thousand lane miles of roadway in the county were pre-treated before the snowfall.
- 🚨 The 911 center has been relatively quiet, with no major incidents reported so far.
- 🛠️ Public works teams at both local and county levels are aware of the need to clear roads thoroughly before the snow freezes overnight.
Community Safety Advice
- 🤝 Sheriff Golden encourages neighbors to help each other with shoveling if individuals are not physically able to do it themselves.
- 🚶♀️ He advises taking it slow and being mindful of physical condition when shoveling, especially in icy conditions.
- 🚗 For those who must travel, using caution is paramount due to the extremely slippery nature of the roads.
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