Winter weather advisories have been already issued for much of New Jersey, in anticipation of the coming storm that is expected early Friday morning, bringing the first significant snowfall for the season. The City is asking residents to move vehicles off the street, if possible. That may mean partnering with a neighbor to use their driveway. The City has a “No Parking on Snow Covered Roadways” ordinance to ensure that ambulances, police and fire vehicles, snowplows, and other emergency vehicles can get through. The Mayor also urges residents to check on anyone who is limited or disabled. This may be an elderly neighbor, a child or children, or anyone who may need assistance.
Air temperatures at the onset of the storm will generally range from the 20s F over the mountains to the lower 30s F along much of the I-95 corridor — and temperatures may dip further at the height of the storm. Meteorologists are forecasting at total of 4-6 inches of snow in the Newark area from midnight tonight to noon EST Friday.
Gusty winds, combined with low temperatures and dry, powdery snow from Philadelphia to Boston will lead to some blowing and drifting of the snow in suburban and countryside locations during the latter part of the storm and into Friday night.
Residents are encouraged to do the following:
- Park vehicles in your driveway, so that the plows can get through to remove snow and ice.
- Clear snow and ice from the sidewalk in front of your storefront or home.
- Do not throw snow into the street. Place the snow on your lawn, on the side of your home or in the rear of the property.
- Remove snow and ice from hydrants and/or drains near your home.
- If you must venture out, take public transportation or carpool where possible.
