Winter Storm Alert: NJ Declares State of Emergency in 5 Northern Counties
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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency for Hunterdon, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, and Warren counties, effective Tuesday at 5 am ET. The move comes as a winter storm system bears down on the region, bringing snow, sleet, and freezing rain. According to the National Weather Service, the storm will bring widespread precipitation to the area, with snow transitioning to rain from south to north on Tuesday. The highest snowfall totals, ranging from 4 to 6 inches, are expected in higher elevations of Sussex County. In contrast, areas along and south of I-195, including the Jersey Shore, are expected to see only rain. Residents are advised to exercise caution on the roads and follow safety protocols. The state's Department of Transportation will activate crews overnight to address the weather. For the latest updates and safety information, New Jerseyans can visit ready.nj.gov. Those in Northern New Jersey and the New York Metro area should check the U.S. National Weather Service New York, NY at http://www.weather.gov/okx/, while those in Central and Southern New Jersey can visit the U.S. National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly at https://www.weather.gov/phi/.
