Snow Storm Update Friday Jan 23

 Widespread 12 to 18 inches of snow, dangerous ice to slam state this weekend.

 Latest forecast.

The Monmouth County-based NY NJ PA Weather forecasting company is calling for four zones of snowfall totals in New Jersey.

12 to 20 inches of snow across far northern sections of New Jersey

8 to 16 inches of snow and sleet in much of central New Jersey

6 to 12 inches of snow and sleet in southwestern New Jersey

4 to 8 inches of snow changing to sleet and rain in coastal Ocean, Atlantic and Cape May counties.(NJ.com)

A major winter storm is still expected from late Motzei shabbos through Monday morning. Forecast updates show slightly lower snow totals for southeastern New Jersey due to a higher chance of sleet and freezing rain. Small shifts in the storm track by as little as 10 miles could significantly affect snow totals, especially in coastal areas.

Meteorologist forecast for Jersey Shore including Lakewood Snow begins mid-morning Sunday; changing sleet/freezing rain by midnight; changing to snow Monday mid-morning and ending by mid-afternoon.Ice Totals: .25-.5"; Snow Totals: 7-11"

The threat of a dangerous layer of ice has increased from the massive winter storm expected to slam New Jersey this weekend, burying most of the state under 12 to 18 inches of snow. “Confidence continues to increase in major impacts from a significant winter storm Saturday night through early Monday afternoon,” the National Weather Service said early Friday. “Sleet and freezing rain chances have increased for the I-95 corridor southward.” The expected changeover to a wintry mix in the southern half of the state has lowered some snowfall forecasts to around a foot, but adds dangerous ice and potential power outages.

List of 60 tasks to prepare ahead of the storm by Capt Kyle for  the OCD

❄️1. Charge all phones, power banks, tablets, and rechargeable lanterns.

❄️2. Fill vehicle gas tanks in case stations lose power.

❄️3. Get cash in small bills in case card systems go down.

❄️4. Pick up prescriptions and essential medications early.

❄️5. Download.. books, and maps for offline use.

❄️6. Identify one warm room in the house to “camp out” if power fails.

❄️7. Locate water shut-off valve and breaker box now, not later.

❄️8. Set fridge and freezer to colder settings to hold temperature longer.

WATER AND PIPE PROTECTION

❄️9. Drip faucets on exterior walls when temps drop below freezing.

❄️10. Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air circulation.

❄️11. Disconnect garden hoses from outdoor spigots.

❄️12. Cover outdoor faucets with insulated caps or towels.

❄️13. Know how to shut off water quickly if a pipe bursts.

❄️14. Fill jugs, buckets, or bathtub with water for flushing and washing.

FOOD AND KITCHEN PREP

❄️15. Keep 3–5 days of NO-COOK food like peanut butter, tuna, bread, crackers, canned meat, fruit cups, cereal.

❄️16. Have manual can opener available.

❄️17. Buy shelf-stable milk or powdered milk if needed.

❄️18. Freeze a few water bottles to act as freezer “ice packs.”

❄️19. Keep a cooler ready to move fridge food outside if power is out and temps are below freezing.

❄️20. Avoid stocking large amounts of perishables right before the storm. 

❄️21. Gather extra blankets, sleeping bags, and warm layers.

❄️22. If using a fireplace, confirm chimney is clear and have dry wood.

❄️23. Never run generators or grills inside garages or homes.

❄️24. Test smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.

❄️25. Have at least one flashlight per person plus spare batteries.

❄️26. Use battery lanterns instead of candles when possible. 

❄️27. Plan to avoid driving once freezing rain begins.

❄️28. Bridges, overpasses, and shaded roads freeze first.

❄️29. Keep in the car: blanket, water, snacks, phone charger, gloves.

❄️30. Replace old wiper blades and top off washer fluid.

❄️31. Park away from large tree limbs when possible.

❄️32. Assume flights and travel may be disrupted.

❄️33. Unplug sensitive electronics to avoid surge damage.

❄️34. Keep one battery radio or weather app for updates.

❄️35. Use surge protectors for computers.

❄️36. Know where warming centers may be in your area.

❄️37. Have extension cords ready if using a generator outside.

❄️38. Keep refrigerator closed to preserve cold air.

❄️39. Bring pets indoors with extra food and water.

❄️40. Provide outdoor animals with unfrozen water sources.

❄️41. Add straw or blankets to outdoor shelters.

❄️42. Keep leashes and carriers accessible in case of evacuation.

❄️43. Keep a written list of medications and dosages.

❄️44. Store a small first-aid kit with thermometer and basic meds.

❄️45. Have backup batteries for medical devices.

❄️46. Identify a place with power you could relocate to if needed.

❄️47. Move vehicles away from trees or power lines.

❄️48. Secure outdoor furniture and lightweight items.

❄️49. Avoid trimming trees during the storm, do it beforehand.

❄️50. Photograph property for insurance before conditions worsen.

❄️51. Do not drive unless absolutely necessary.

❄️52. Assume downed lines are live and dangerous.

❄️53. Use only safe indoor heating methods.

❄️54. Check on neighbors, especially elderly, by phone if possible.

❄️55. Report outages to utility companies rather than 911 unless it’s an emergency.

❄️56. Walk carefully, ice may refreeze overnight.

❄️57. Check pipes for leaks as temperatures rise.

❄️58. Throw out refrigerated food if above 40°F for more than 4 hours.

❄️59. Avoid DIY electrical repairs around downed lines.

❄️60. Be patient, restoring power after ice can take several days.

❄️A quarter inch of ice can bring scattered outages.

❄️Half an inch can cripple travel and power for days.

❄️Ice is more dangerous than snow for the Deep South