The state of New Jersey reported at least 20 deaths after a strong winter storm and extremely frigid temperatures in late January. Tuesday afternoon’s new count exceeds the previous 17 dead. The New Jersey Department of Health says the fatalities are preliminary until forensic pathologists determine them. Authorities tied the deaths to harsh winter…
Daytime highs in New Jersey this week prompted hopes of a break from the cold. Warm air melted thick snow and ice on state streets after the January 25 winter storm. Drivers quickly realized the relaxation was short-lived. Drivers constantly face road melting and refreezing. Daytime temperatures may rise, while nighttime temperatures may plummet to…
An Arctic cold front will deliver New Jersey its coldest weather of the year late Friday and into the weekend. Squalls, severe gusts, and dangerously low wind chill values could drop temperatures to negative 20 degrees in parts of the state. As the Arctic front passes Friday night, weather will shift swiftly. Forecasters warn that…
New Jerseyans might expect tougher winters. After Friday night’s light snow showers and fast-moving snow squalls, a weekend cold snap is forecast. This weather pattern is likely to bring cold winter temperatures. A small blanket of snow is expected in numerous regions of the state Friday night. Travelers should beware of snow squalls from late…
A brutal cold wave has forced New Jersey residents into survival mode. As temperatures plunged into the teens and single digits, residents across the state wrapped up, used space heaters, and limited outdoor time. For many, this stretch of weather feels harsh and stubborn, prompting the question: why is it so cold, and how long…
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…
