ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (WPVI) — A state of emergency will go into effect at noon Sunday for all 21 counties in New Jersey, ahead of a nor’easter that is set to bring heavy snow and high winds to the Garden State.
During a Saturday news conference, Gov. Mikie Sherrill asked everyone to avoid unnecessary travel and stay home during the storm if possible.
“We are urging all New Jerseyans to use caution, stay off the roads, and follow all safety protocols during the storm,” Sherrill said.
Residents are asked to visit Ready.NJ.gov for updates.
The storm could bring more than a foot of snow to most of New Jersey, and areas along the coast could see up to 18 inches.
AccuWeather is forecasting blizzard conditions at the shore, along with 50 mile per hour wind gusts, flooding and beach erosion.
Atlantic City leaders say they have not seen a dangerous storm like this since 2016, and crews have been preparing equipment and resources this past week.
They say crews already pretreated the roads and will continue to work through the storm until streets are safe and passable.
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Local leaders ask residents and business owners to do their part too by shoveling the snow in front of their property immediately after the storm, but don’t put the snow in the street.
“Let us do our job. This is going to be a battle,” Mayor Marty Small said during a Saturday morning news conference.
They also urge residents to stay off the road.
As for parking, Atlantic City officials say you must move your vehicles from snow emergency routes by 4 p.m. on Sunday.
If you need somewhere to park or live in a low-lying area that is prone to flooding, free parking will be available at Wave Parking and Showboat Hotel.
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