New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill Provides Storm Cleanup and Transit Update

New Jersey Transit Restoration

• 🚆 Light rail service has been restored statewide for the morning commute.
• 🚌 Limited bus service is gradually resuming, with approximately 21 routes expected to be operational by 10:00 a.m.
• 🚧 Some bus stops remain inaccessible due to snow, and plowing continues on back streets.
• 🚆 Heavy rail and commuter rail service, including NJ Transit, is working with Amtrak to unfreeze switches, with service anticipated to resume around noon or early afternoon.

Cleanup Challenges and Concerns

• ⚠️ The biggest concern moving forward is the persistent cold temperatures expected to last all week, with no anticipated rise above freezing until the following weekend.
• ❄️ While the snow and plowing are largely complete, the cold exacerbates the challenge of de-icing streets.
• 🧊 Municipalities are urged to ensure they have adequate salt supplies to continue de-icing efforts.
• 🚗 Drivers are advised to follow speed restrictions, especially on state roads where blacktop is visible, due to the continued risk of icing, particularly on and off ramps.

Resource Availability

• 🛠️ Crews are working overtime, including power companies addressing icy trees impacting wires.
• 🤝 The governor confirmed that resources are being allocated, but the extreme cold presents a significant ongoing challenge for cleanup operations.