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Violators might face penalties if they’re caught on the roadways throughout this era.

The restrictions will keep in place till 7 a.m. Monday.

NJ Transit has now suspended all rail service. Bus, gentle rail and Access Link companies had been suspended at 6 p.m.

“NJ Transit will be assessing the impacts of the storm throughout the overnight on Sunday into Monday to determine when it is safe to resume service,” the company wrote.

JCP&L spokesman joins News 12 to debate winter storm impacts

7:44 PM: JCP&L spokesman Chris Hoenig joins News 12 to debate the newest impacts of this main winter storm on New Jersey and the way utility crews are coping with outages.

WATCH: Checking on situations out in Montclair throughout main winter storm

7:26 PM: News 12’s Jill Croce is out on Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair checking in on situations as a possible blizzard approaches New Jersey.

WATCH: Checking on situations out in Edison throughout main winter storm

7:25 PM News 12’s Christine Queally is checking on the situations in Edison as a serious winter storm impacts New Jersey.

NJ Transit to droop rail service by 9 p.m.

5:30 PM: New Jersey Transit says that rail service will probably be suspended by 9 p.m. as a result of potential blizzard impacting the state.

“Some service will end prior to 9 p.m. however no trains will begin a new trip after 9 p.m. from their origin point,” NJ Transit officers wrote in a press release.

All bus, gentle rail and Access Link companies will probably be suspended at 6 p.m.

“NJ Transit will be assessing the impacts of the storm throughout the overnight on Sunday into Monday to determine when it is safe to resume service,” the company wrote.

WATCH: Metuchen Mayor Jonathan Busch joins News 12

6: 14 PM: Metuchen Mayor Jonathan Busch joined News 12 to debate the foremost winter storm impacting New Jersey.

The mayor urged residents to remain indoors and to maintain their vehicles off the road in order that crews can plow

Newark residents urged to not park on the street; City Hall to be closed Monday

5:24 PM: Newark residents are being advised to not park on the road tonight as a serious snowstorm strikes into the state.

Double-parked vehicles and vehicles parked on streets with “No Parking When Road Is Snow Covered” indicators will probably be towed on the proprietor’s expense, in accordance with officers.

Newark officers say that every one metropolis buildings, together with City Hall, will probably be closed on Monday as a result of storm. All non-emergency municipal companies can even be suspended.

SEND US YOUR PHOTOS!

4:00 PM: We need to see your winter storm photos and movies. Send them in, as lengthy it’s protected to take action, to News 12. You may even see them within the present.

MONMOUTH COUNTY SHERIFF TALKS STORM PLAN

3:45 PM: News 12 talked with Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden on how they’re making ready for the storm. Monmouth County has over 300 DPW crews and 200 plow automobiles.

MIDDLETOWN MAYOR DISCUSSES STORM PREP

3:20 PM: News 12’s Jack Ford spoke with the mayor of Middletown about how the town is making ready to bear the brunt of the storm, with as much as 24 inches of snowfall anticipated.

EDISON MAYOR TALKS STORM PREP

2:40 PM: News 12’s Christine Queally spoke with Edison Mayor Sam Joshi concerning the township’s storm preparedness. Edison has over 130 crews and 85 automobiles and plows able to be deployed, in accordance with Mayor Joshi.

UNIVERSITY CLOSINGS

2:05 PM: Monmouth University workplaces will probably be closed on Monday, Feb. 23. All lessons will probably be carried out remotely.

Montclair State University will probably be totally distant on Monday, Feb. 23, as a result of winter storm.

NJ TRANSIT SERVICE UPDATE

1:45 PM: NJ Transit is suspending bus, gentle rail and Access Link companies starting 6 p.m. Sunday. Trains are at present working however service changes are anticipated later Sunday night.

VEOLIA WATER RELEASES BLIZZARD RESPONSE PLAN

1:27 PM: Veolia Water is making ready crews and alerting clients to assets ought to they lose service throughout the approaching blizzard. The water firm serves roughly 1.1 million NJ residents.

AIRLINES ISSUE TRAVEL ADVISORIES

12:57 PM: Air India has issued a journey advisory for the Tri-State space Sunday and Monday, with all flights from New York and Newark cancelled on Monday. 

JetBlue will quickly droop operations at a number of Northeast airports throughout the intervals listed under. Customers touring throughout this time ought to count on important disruptions and cancellations.

New York (JFK)
February 22 at 1:00 PM – February 24 at 5:00 AM
Newark (EWR) and LaGuardia (LGA)
February 22 at 4:00 PM – February 24 at 5:00 AM

GOV. SHERRILL PRESS CONFERENCE

12:30 PM: Gov. Mikie Sherrill held a press convention Sunday afternoon to replace the state on the foremost winter storm descending on New Jersey.

All 21 counties within the state are below a blizzard warning for the primary time in 30 years, Sherrill mentioned. The governor warned that that is more likely to be the worst storm in New Jersey since 1996. There is a 90% probability of the entire state getting a foot of snow or extra.

The governor mentioned the worst is anticipated Sunday evening into Monday morning.

“These are considerably worse conditions that we are facing,” in comparison with the winter storm that hit the state final month, Sherrill mentioned.

A pace restriction of 35 mph on state highways will probably be in impact as of three p.m. NJ Transit buses, Access Link and light-weight rail trains will run till 6 p.m., when service will probably be suspended.

A complete of 101,000 tons of salt is prepared for the NJ Turnpike and Garden State Parkway, and 350,000 tons for different state roads.

NJ Transit trains are anticipated to run into the night, however will possible be suspended tonight pending a later announcement, mentioned Sherrill.

“Don’t travel tonight. It’s dangerous,” she mentioned.

Power outages are additionally anticipated across the state.

“We also anticipate that wet, heavy snow will cause power outages throughout the state as branches and trees fall,” mentioned Sherrill.

State workplaces are closed on Monday.

HOUR-BY-HOUR WEATHER FORECAST

9:40 AM: A probably historic snowstorm with blizzard situations is within the forecast for New York, New Jersey and Connecticut via Monday. Isolated spots within the tri-state space may see as much as 2 ft of snow. News 12 meteorologist Alex Calamia is right here with an hour-by-hour forecast to point out you when impacts might be at their worst and most harmful.

Gov. Sherrill seems reside on News 12, warns of life‑threatening blizzard

8:48 AM: Gov. Mikie Sherrill mentioned New Jersey is ready for the approaching blizzard as a state of emergency begins at midday Sunday. Sherrill mentioned blizzard situations are anticipated in all 21 counties. “We’re anticipating an incredibly dangerous storm, the likes of which we have not seen since 1996,” she mentioned. Forecasts present two to 3 inches of snow an hour in a single day in some areas, together with heavy, moist snow and winds as much as 50 mph, particularly alongside the coast.

STORM RESOURCES

COMMERCIAL VEHICLE RESTRICTIONS

8:50 AM: Commercial automobiles will face journey restrictions on a number of N.J. Interstate highways beginning at 3 p.m. Sunday on account of a extreme winter storm forecast, says NJDOT Acting Commissioner Priya Jain.

AAA warns of energy outages and harmful journey as nor’easter approaches

8:30 AM: AAA Northeast is urging drivers to remain residence as snow and blizzard‑like situations transfer into the Northeast late Sunday into Monday. The storm brings the opportunity of energy outages, and drivers are inspired to cost telephones, moveable chargers and different important objects earlier than the worst situations arrive. Road journey might grow to be troublesome, and drivers are suggested to remain off the roads throughout and after the storm when potential.

8:40 AM: Mayor James Solomon says Jersey City is bracing for main winter storm

Rider University is closed Sunday and Monday, with no lessons held.

FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS

8:10 AM: Flight cancellations are piling up within the space as a result of snowstorm. Newark Liberty Airport has a whole lot of delays and practically a dozen cancellations already. Airlines are gearing up for the storm, however it’s more likely to worsen. If you are flying, verify together with your airline for updates

NJ TRANSIT UPDATE

8:10 AM: NJ Transit CEO Kris Kolluri says trains and buses will hold working Sunday, however Monday’s morning rush continues to be up within the air. No official cancellations or adjustments are introduced but, however that is more likely to change given the storm forecast.

Here are present service adjustments:

SHARK RIVER CLOSED TO MARINE TRAFFIC

7:50 AM: The Route 71 drawbridge over the Shark River is closed to all marine site visitors between Belmar and Avon-by-the-Sea. The channel is being closed so the bridge could be lowered and secured forward of the winter storm.

TIPS TO STAY SAFE WHILE SHOVELING

7:45 AM: As the area prepares for important snowfall, security specialists are reminding residents to take easy steps to keep away from accidents whereas clearing walkways and driveways.

Many of the commonest winter accidents occur throughout shoveling, which might pressure muscle tissues and enhance dangers for individuals with current well being points. Officials say a couple of small habits could make the method a lot safer.

7:30 AM: PSEG’s ideas for power outage security: