NJ blizzard could bring 30 inches of snow to the Jersey Shore l LIVE updates
NEW JERSEY - New Jersey is expected to take the brunt of a potentially historic winter storm hitting the Northeast this weekend.
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NYC blizzard 5PM update: Dangerous to impossible travel expected
According to FOX 5 NY's Audrey Puente, the blizzard conditions could cause "dangerous to impossible travel across the Tri-State area." Here's the latest winter weather snowstorm forecast for NYC.
What we know:
The entire state of New Jersey is under a blizzard warning Sunday morning as significant snow, strong winds and coastal flooding could bring life-threatening travel and crippling impacts.
Northeast blizzard
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill also declared a State of Emergency for all 21 counties in the state on Saturday in preparation for the winter storm.
How much snow are we getting today?
By the numbers:
Northern parts of New Jersey will see anywhere from 18 to 30 inches of snow, with the Jersey Shore expected to accumulate the highest totals.
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Snowfall total predictions:
- Long Branch: 24–30 inches
- Toms River: 24–30 inches
- Morristown: 18–24 inches
- Newark: 18–24 inches
During the storm's heaviest periods, snowfall rates could see more than 2 inches per hour.
NYC blizzard 11AM update: Snow could fall as fast as 4 inches per hour
According to FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory, the New York City area could see up to 2 feet of snow during this evening's blizzard, with even higher totals expected at the Jersey Shore. Wind gusts could be as high as 55 miles per hour, and snow could fall as fast as 4 inches per hour.
Wind speeds between 30 and 45 mph are expected, with gusts potentially up to 60 mph. Officials say whiteout conditions could lead to "dangerous to impossible travel" from late Sunday through Monday morning.
When is snow expected in New Jersey?
Timeline:
The storm is expected to start as rain early Sunday morning, before turning into a wintry mix, then snow.
Inland New Jersey could see snow as early as 8 a.m. Sunday, while the Jersey Shore will see its first flake from 1 to 3 p.m. The heaviest snow is expected from 7 p.m. Sunday to noon on Monday, with the snow tapering off in the afternoon and coming to an end by 6 p.m. Monday.
New Jersey coastal flooding
Local perspective:
Coastal flood warnings are in place along the Jersey Shore, where moderate impacts are expected with potentially major impacts possible.
With moderate coastal flooding, widespread roadway flooding occurs in coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal waterways. Many roads become impassable and some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur.
With any major flooding, flooding may become severe enough to cause more significant structural damage and some locations may become isolated by the floodwaters.
NYC blizzard 8AM update: 18-24 inches of snow, 50+ mph winds expected
FOX 5 NY's Nick Gregory says the blizzard will arrive by 7 p.m. Sunday evening, lasting into Monday morning. In total, the NYC-area can expect 18-24 inches of snow with winds up to 50 miles per hour.
Why you should care:
Forecasters warn travel could become dangerous to impossible, especially Sunday night into Monday morning. Heavy, wet snow combined with strong winds could lead to:
Power outage outlook through Tuesday (FOX Weather)
- Downed tree limbs
- Scattered power outages
- Whiteout conditions
- Coastal flooding in vulnerable areas
Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel during peak storm hours and monitor official updates.
NYC blizzard: What to expect on the roads, at airports
Robert Sinclair Jr. from AAA Northeast explains what the road conditions will be like during the blizzard and what drivers can do to protect their cars. Plus, a look at airport cancellations so far.
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The Source: Information from this article was provided by the National Weather Service.