New Jersey Braces for First Major Winter Storm of the Season
It’s shaping up to be a significant weather moment across a huge stretch of the country, and New Jersey is right in the middle of it. A powerful winter storm system that’s already swept across the central U.S. is now pushing toward the East Coast, and it’s expected to bring the season’s first major round of snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Tens of millions of Americans are under winter weather alerts, and conditions are already being described as hazardous from Kansas all the way to New England.
This storm has already delivered a blanket of snow across parts of the Midwest, canceling flights and slowing down post-holiday travel. Now, places like Albany, Portland, and much of New England are preparing for accumulating snow and icy conditions. According to the National Weather Service, this system is likely to produce enhanced winter precipitation, along with gusty winds that could make travel tricky, especially inland and away from the coast.
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Here in New Jersey, things are being taken seriously. Governor Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency for five northwestern counties—Hunterdon, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, and Warren. The declaration went into effect at 5 a.m. Tuesday and was issued in anticipation of heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain that could create dangerous conditions on the roads. State transportation crews have been activated overnight so they’re in position as soon as the storm arrives. Drivers are being urged to stay cautious, remain alert, and follow all safety protocols as the weather moves in.
Up in New York, Governor Kathy Hochul is sending a similar message. Residents in parts of upstate New York are being encouraged to prepare for the first major snowfall of the season. Plow crews and state agencies are already on standby, ready to keep the roads as safe as possible. Officials are repeatedly reminding everyone to stay weather-aware and keep a close eye on updated forecasts.
Snow totals vary depending on where you are. Interior areas north and west of I-95 could see more than 6 inches, with some spots in New England possibly reaching 12 inches by early Wednesday. The Midwest is expecting 2 to 5 inches overnight, while the Ohio Valley could see 3 to 6. By Tuesday morning, heavy snow is expected from Pittsburgh through Cleveland and into upstate New York. Meanwhile, cities along the I-95 corridor—from Washington, D.C., to Philadelphia, New York, and Boston—are likely to get soaking rain through Tuesday afternoon before the system finally moves offshore later in the night.
This storm arrives just days after another system brought major snowfall to the Midwest over the weekend, contributing to travel headaches during the holiday rush. With yet another round of winter weather immediately on its heels, officials across the region are urging everyone to prepare, stay safe, and keep an eye on developing conditions as the first big storm of the season unfolds.
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