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NJ Braces for Blizzard: 20 Inches of Snow Expected
22 Feb
Summary
- New Jersey declared a state of emergency ahead of a major winter storm.
- Up to 20 inches of snow and blizzard conditions are anticipated.
- Blizzard warnings cover 17 counties with high winds and heavy snowfall.
New Jersey officials have declared a state of emergency in anticipation of a major winter storm expected to impact the state significantly. Residents can expect 8 to 20 inches of snow, along with blizzard conditions and potentially hazardous high winds.
Governor Mikie Sherrill urged residents to stay off the roads from Sunday through Monday, emphasizing the danger posed by heavy snowfall rates that could exceed 2 inches per hour. Blizzard warnings have been issued for 17 counties, with some areas expecting up to 20 inches of snow and winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
The storm is projected to begin with light precipitation, possibly rain or a mix, before transitioning to heavy snow by midday Sunday. Snowfall is expected to be most intense on Sunday night, tapering off by Monday afternoon. Winter storm warnings are in effect for the remainder of the state, forecasting 8 to 18 inches of snow and winds up to 40 mph.
