Governor Mikie Sherrill proclaimed a state of emergency in New Jersey ahead of a major winter storm this weekend. The emergency declaration covers all counties and takes effect at 5 p.m. on Saturday, marking a unified state storm response. Officials say this storm is unusual. Northern locations may get 18 inches of snow, while southern…
An intense coastal storm, projected to build into a rare “bomb cyclone,” could bring heavy precipitation, severe gusts, and coastal flooding to New Jersey this weekend. As the storm advances up the East Coast, forecasters warn of blizzard-like conditions in the Jersey Shore. Meteorologists predict 1–3 inches of snow in inland New Jersey on Saturday…
New Jersey is preparing for a winter storm with heavy snow, ice, and perilous conditions. State officials have activated emergency consumer protections to prevent unreasonable price hikes on essential products and services. A state-wide emergency will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday automatically activated New Jersey’s price gouging laws to protect the needy. These emergency rules…
New Jersey was blanketed in several inches of snow on Sunday from a severe winter storm, with some towns receiving over one foot. Northern counties received the most snowfall, although central and southern counties also saw significant quantities. Bergen County was one of the hardest-hit areas, according to National Weather Service snowfall measurements as of…
It’s still dangerously cold this week, so a famous New Jersey landmark is suffering. The 77-foot Paterson Great Falls, which usually roars all year, is partially frozen after a heavy winter last weekend. By Wednesday, ice covered the falls’ pathways, railings, and seats, making passage perilous. Although much of the water has frozen, the falls…
A major coastal storm is expected to hit New Jersey this weekend, so people should keep alert. The storm could bring severe gusts, coastal flooding, and more snow, especially near the sea, according to meteorologists. While the storm’s route is unknown, the National Weather Service says coastal consequences are likely. Officials warned of severe winds…
Northern New Jersey residents, environmentalists, and park enthusiasts are praising Bergen County’s decision to scrap a 500-foot communications tower in the Ramapo Mountain Reservation. Community members worried the project would permanently destroy one of the state’s most precious natural regions pushed for the decision following months of public concern. Many Mahwah residents see the almost…
Many New Jersey municipalities are facing a major problem before the first snowflake falls as they prepare for a strong winter storm this weekend. Many communities in the state are running out of road salt, which melts snow and ice and keeps roads safe during winter storms. The worry arose after Piscataway authorities verified that…
New Jersey is preparing for a significant winter storm that is expected to bring heavy snowfall across much of the state, creating an early leadership test for newly sworn-in Governor Mikie Sherrill. Only days into her term, the governor is facing a situation that proved challenging for previous New Jersey leaders at the start of…
A coastal storm softly exits New Jersey Sunday evening, bringing snow to the whole state. Temperatures dropped, turning rain into snow in Cape May County. Prolonged snowfall throughout rendered roads difficult and visibility low by early evening. The National Weather Service reports moderate to severe snowfall in New Jersey, often surpassing one inch per hour….
