Blizzard Warning Issued for Kent County and Southern New Jersey; Up to 20 Inches of Snow Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly, NJ, has issued a Blizzard Warning for portions of Delaware and New Jersey. The alert is in response to expected blizzard conditions including heavy snowfall and high winds.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following regions:

• Delaware: Kent County.
• New Jersey: Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Northwestern Burlington Counties.

What You Should Do

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.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 14 and 20 inches are expected.
• Wind: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 45 mph.
• Visibility: Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
• Impacts: Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Timeline

The Blizzard Warning is in effect from 10:00 AM EST Sunday, February 22, until 6:00 PM EST Monday, February 23.