TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy declared a State of Emergency for five northern New Jersey counties beginning at 5 a.m. Tuesday as a winter storm is expected to bring hazardous travel conditions, including heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain.
Executive Order No. 406 places Hunterdon, Morris, Passaic, Sussex and Warren counties under a State of Emergency as forecasters predict between one and six inches of snow in parts of the region.
“Starting early tomorrow morning, we will experience potentially significant winter weather resulting in hazardous conditions in the northwestern part of our state,” Murphy said in a statement. “With snowfall, sleet, and freezing rain expected to impact travel and safety on our roads, I am declaring a State of Emergency for Hunterdon, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, and Warren Counties. I urge all drivers in these areas to exercise caution, remain alert, and follow all safety protocols.”
The New Jersey Department of Transportation will activate crews and contractors overnight to begin response operations as soon as conditions deteriorate, the administration said.
The State of Emergency will remain in effect until officials determine that hazardous conditions no longer exist.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local forecasts and visit ready.nj.gov for weather updates and safety information.
