Active AlertsNational Park, NJ

Blizzard Warning

Issued at Sun 1:23 PM Feb. 22
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description


A Major Winter Storm Will Impact The Region Through Monday: .A major winter storm will impact the region through Monday. Very heavy snowfall and areas of blizzard conditions are expected. Rain will change to all snow this afternoon and evening. The most severe conditions and heaviest snowfall will occur tonight, with snow gradually tapering off during the daytime Monday. Record breaking snowfall totals are possible.
What: Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations between 14 and 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
Where: Portions of southern New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania.
When: Until 6 PM EST Monday.
Impacts: Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and result in isolated power outages.
Additional Details: Snowfall rates could exceed 2 inches per hour. Locally higher snowfall amounts and significant drifting of snow possible.

Recommended Action

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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