New Jersey Winter Storm Update: Governor Sherrill on Emergency Measures and Service Suspensions

State of Emergency and Travel Restrictions

• 🚨 Governor Sherrill declared a state of emergency for all 21 New Jersey counties in preparation for a dangerous winter storm.
• ⚠️ Commercial vehicle travel restrictions went into effect at midnight, with exemptions for essential services like food, fuel, and medical supplies.
• ❄️ The storm is expected to bring heavy snowfall, extreme cold, ice, and high winds, with varying snow accumulations across the state: 4-6 inches along the coast, 6-10 inches in South and Central Jersey, and 8-14 inches in North Jersey.

NJ Transit Service Suspensions

• 🚆 NJ Transit bus, light rail, and Access Link services will be temporarily suspended system-wide starting Sunday at 4 a.m. due to dangerous conditions.
• 🚄 Commuter rail service will operate until 2 p.m. on Sunday, after which all services will be suspended until conditions improve.
• 🛠️ NJ Transit crews will be working to maintain the fleet and clear snow, including plowing rails, to resume service as quickly as practical.

Road Safety and Salt Supplies

• 🚗 Temporary speed restrictions of 35 mph will be implemented on major highways, including the NJ Turnpike and Garden State Parkway, starting at midnight.
• 🌨️ Drivers are urged to stay off the roads and exercise extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary, and to avoid passing plow crews.
• 🧂 Over 300,000 metric tons of salt are available at the port, with ongoing deliveries from Morton Salt, Atlantic Salt, and Pria Salt to ensure road treatment.

Public Safety and Preparedness

• 🏠 Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid travel on Sunday, and to complete any necessary errands today.
• 📱 It is recommended to keep devices charged and check on neighbors, especially seniors.
• 🌐 More information and updates can be found at ready.nj.gov.