Snow storm Updates

Snow totals from the National Weather Service 

By trained spotters

Toms River 8.1 inches    1200 PM                

Brick 7.1 in 1130 AM        

Jackson 6.8 in 0913 AM      

Point Pleasant 6.4 in 1100 AM          

Lakewood 7 inches   

- Reports of power outages across NJ with over 21,000 customers out so far across New Jersey. The bulk of those are in Burlington, Camden and Monmouth counties.

- 10:00 am Lakewood Weather Update:

Approximately 5 inches of snow has fallen so far in Lakewood. Due to warmer temperatures, the snow is  wet abd great for making a snowman  and snowballs wnile also sticking to trees and power lines, increasing the risk of falling branches and downed wires from the added weight. As temperatures drop, compacted snow is expected to turn to ice, creating hazardous conditions.

- Cars are spinning on compacted snow

- Most elementary schools  cancelled for the day.

Weather today 34° Snow along with gusty winds this morning. Then becoming partly cloudy this afternoon. Morning high of 34F with temps falling to near 20. Winds NW at 20 to 30 mph. Chance of snow 100%. 1 to 3 inches of snow expected. Higher wind gusts possible

Storm expected to leave at 12pm

Lakewood cheder 10am start

No transportation to  boy schools

- NWS“Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 7 inches,”  “Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.”

-  The first snow of the season fell early this morning, with children waking up excited to see a significant snowstorm for the first time in a while. As it is Erev Chanukah, elementary boys’ schools announced a late opening with no transportation. Several schools, however, have not yet announced their schedule for today. Although trucks and plows have been out treating the roads, the snowfall has intensified, and many roads remain unsafe for travel.

- Be careful while shoveling snow. Since it’s wet and heavy, it can increase the risk of heart attacks and cardiovascular events. If you’re shivering, stop. Push the snow to the sides instead of lifting it, or consider hiring someone to do the job.