New Jersey Under State of Emergency Due to Winter Storm

Winter Storm Impacts in New Jersey

• ❄️ Snow accumulation is building, with over 4 inches reported in Mahwah, New Jersey.
• 🚗 Most cars are staying off the roads, a situation the governor wants to see to allow plow trucks to clear pathways.
• ⚠️ The state of emergency, declared on Friday, is in effect to prevent dangerous and potentially deadly accidents.

Transportation Service Disruptions

• 🚫 New Jersey Transit is phasing out services: buses stopped at 4:00 a.m., and trains will stop at 2:00 p.m. today.
• 🚇 Light rail and bus service have been shut down, and heavy commuter rail will also shut down at 2:00 p.m.
• 🏠 Commuters are advised to be home by 2:00 p.m. to avoid getting stranded.

Road Conditions and Safety

• 🌨️ Plow trucks are working to clear roads, but snow quickly covers them, demonstrating why vehicles need to stay off the roads.
• 📉 Visibility is low due to worsening conditions, making driving hazardous.
• 🥶 The rising snow levels and low temperatures contribute to dangerous conditions.
• ✅ New Jerseyans are being applauded for staying off the roads, which helps keep everyone, including plow drivers, safe.