Blizzard Warning Issued for Atlantic and Cape May Counties: 10-18 Inches of Snow Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly, NJ, has issued a Blizzard Warning for coastal regions of New Jersey. The alert is effective starting Sunday afternoon as a significant winter storm moves into the area.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

• Atlantic County
• Cape May County
• Atlantic Coastal Cape May
• Coastal Atlantic

What You Should Do

Residents are advised that travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe. For the latest road conditions, residents can call 5-1-1.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 10 and 18 inches are expected. Snowfall rates may exceed 2 inches per hour at times.
• Wind Speeds: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 55 mph.
• Visibility: Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility, making travel very difficult to impossible.
• Drifting: Significant drifting of snow is possible, and gusty winds may bring down tree branches.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning is in effect from 1:00 PM EST Sunday, February 22, until 6:00 PM EST Monday, February 23. The hazardous conditions are expected to significantly impact both the Monday morning and Monday evening commutes.