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WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY

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Ridgewood NJ, WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY. This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey and southeast New York.  A coastal storm also has potential to bring significant snowfall, mainly from late day Monday into Tuesday.

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Paid Snow Day at Ridgewood Village Hall, but Wait there is More

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Ridgewood NJ, on Tuesday we reported that Village Hall employees did not have to report to work today due to inclement weather. We later discovered that the “regular joes” in many departments had to report to work on Tuesday and it was only the “white collar” workers in Village Hall that got the day off . The same people who we are told who were privileged during the covid pandemic. They stayed home for a long time while everybody else  had to come to work or rotate schedules.

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Ridgewood Police Department : No Street Parking, Clean Walkways ,Clear Snow and Ice off Car , Drive Carefully

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Police Department remind residents :

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UPDATE: New Jersey State Police : Drive Carefully Expect Rush Hour Snow and Wintry Mix

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Ridgewood NJ, the New Jersey State Police  are expecting snow showers in the northern and central parts of the state today till 1pm. The rest of the state will see a rain or a wintry mix.

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Expect a Wintery Mix Today

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Ridgewood Nj, according to the National Weather Service there is a chance of snow before 1pm, then rain and snow between 1pm and 4pm, then rain, snow, and sleet after 4pm. High near 42. Light east wind increasing to 12 to 17 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime snow and sleet accumulation of less than one inch possible.

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First Snow Fall of the Season for Bergen County

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Paramus NJ, the  first dusting of the season and its a bit wet and slippery out there this morning , leave extra time for your morning commute . Paramus DPW Salt trucks were working over night and the farther  north you go in the county the more snow you see.

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Rain, Snow, and Sleet, becoming all Snow after 11am Saturday

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Ridgewood NJ, WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY.  Snow expected, along with the refreezing of wet surfaces. Rain, snow, and sleet, becoming all snow after 11am. The rain, snow, and sleet could be heavy at times. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches.

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NJDOT Travel Advisory : Commercial Vehicle Travel Restriction on Multiple Interstate Highways in New Jersey

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Twp of Washington NJ, Commissioner Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti has issued a commercial vehicle travel restriction on multiple Interstate highways in New Jersey starting tonight at 12 midnight, Friday, February 25 based on the forecast for snow in North Jersey and sleet and freezing rain throughout the state.

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A Wintry Mix With Heavy Snow and Sleet Possible Thursday Evening through Friday Afternoon

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Ridgewood NJ, the National Weather Service has issued a WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON . Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total combined snow and sleet accumulations of 2 to 4 inches and ice accumulations of one tenth to two tenths of an inch.

Portions of northeast New Jersey, southern Connecticut and southeast New York. Primarily Western Passaic and Western Bergen Counties . From Thursday evening 10 pm through 1 pm Friday afternoon. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact mainly the Friday morning and evening commutes.

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Expect Wintery Mix Expected For Friday Expect Slippery Road Conditions

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Ridgewood NJ, the national Weather Service has issued a WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 7 PM EST FRIDAY . Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of under an inch and ice accumulations of one tenth to two tenths of an inch. Portions of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York. From 6 AM to 7 PM EST Friday. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Slow down , drive carefully and use caution while traveling

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Today ,FREE snow shoveling class in River Edge

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River Edge NJ, this Saturday , today Jim Arakelian will be holding a FREE snow shoveling class in his driveway. Come and join the class and learn about the proper ways to shovel. Reviewed techniques will include the scoop and throw method, the down and push method (AKA the plow technique), as well as the upside down scraping technique. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to enhance your snow lifting techniques without throwing your back out! He will provide the driveway to ensure your training is conducted in the most life-like situation, you only need to provide your own shovel (Ergonomically designs suggested) . You can send him a PM  for additional details and times. Seating is limited and handled on a first come first served basis. Vax or unvaccinated, proof of insurance required! Come enjoy the fun!

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Expect 4-7 inches of Snow Through Tomorrow Evening

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Ridgewood NJ, a strong storm system will bring moderate to heavy snowfall and strong winds to much of the area tonight through Saturday. Winter Storm Warnings are now in effect for most of the area. Blizzard Warnings in effect for eastern Long Island and southeast CT. Winter weather advisories for Lower Hudson Valley. Storm Warning now in effect for the ocean waters and eastern LI Sound for Saturday .

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Glen Rock Police Offer Some Safe Winter Driving Tips

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Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock police offer some safe winter driving tips:
-Give yourself extra time to reach your destination. Roads could be slippery, and therefore drivers could be driving below the speed limit for safety. DO NOT SPEED.
-Clean off all snow and ice on your entire vehicle before you start driving to keep it from flying off your vehicle and obscuring yours and other drivers visibility.
-Drive with your seat belt fastened and car seats properly secured.
-Pack an emergency kit that includes jumper cables, flares, sand/salt, cell phone charger, ice scraper, flashlight, blankets, etc.
-Turn on your vehicle’s headlights before heading out on the road. Also make sure to always use your turn signals.
-Allow more room between you and the vehicle in front of you.
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Accumulations of 3 to 5 inches for Friday Mornings Commute

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Ridgewood NJ, according to the National Weather Service , a quick moving but intensifying low pressure system is expected to bring a period of moderate to heavy snow for the Friday morning commute.

The southern end of the state is anticipated to have the most significant impact during the Friday morning commute. Most of the snow will fall between 1 AM and 7 AM.

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Governor Murphy Declares a State of Emergency for New Jersey

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Trenton NJ, Beginning at 10:00 p.m. Thursday Night , a State of Emergency has been declared by Governor Murphy.
Since we get a lot of questions about what a State of Emergency means, here are some quick facts according to the NJ State Police :

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