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Governor Christie Declares State Of Emergency Ahead Of Winter Storm Stella

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March 13,2017

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Trenton, NJ – In preparation for Winter Storm Stella expected to arrive in New Jersey tonight, Governor Chris Christie declared a State of Emergency, authorizing the State Director of Emergency Management to activate and coordinate the preparation, response and recovery efforts for the storm with all county and municipal emergency operations and governmental agencies. Commuters are asked to use extreme caution while traveling across the state.

“This severe winter storm is expected to produce tonight through Tuesday afternoon significant snow accumulations, winds gusting up to 60 miles per hour, freezing temperatures, widespread coastal flooding and hazardous whiteout travel conditions,” Governor Christie said. “During these threatening conditions, I urge all New Jerseyans to remain off the roads so our first responders and public safety officers can safely and efficiently handle emergency situations.”

New Jersey roads are expected to be impassable due to significant amounts of heavy, blowing, and drifting snow, low visibility and whiteout conditions, with the highest impact expected from late Monday night through Tuesday afternoon. Forecasted snow accumulations from five to more than 20 inches are expected in some areas of the state.

Due to the severe winter storm, the State of New Jersey has authorized the closing of state offices on Tuesday, March 14 for all non-essential employees. Essential employees should report to work on their regular schedule.

Road conditions will be available at the New Jersey Department of Transportation website at https://www.511nj.org/.

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Village of Ridgewood Updates for Winter Storm Stella

Snow Blizzard of 2016 Ridgewood CBD

file photo by Boyd Loving

WINTER STORM STELLA – RIDGEWOOD UPDATES – MARCH 13, 2017

All Village offices and the Library will be closed on March 14th, due to the impending snow storm. The Police Department, on the 2nd floor of Village Hall, will remain open.
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The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for March 14th has been cancelled due to the impending blizzard.
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Due to the impending blizzard, there will be no recycling or garbage pickup and the Recycling Center will be closed on March 14th. There will also be no curbside bulk pickup on March 15th. In addition, in order to keep our Village employees safe, all garbage must be taken to the end of your driveway (not in the street) through March 17th. Backyard collection of garbage will resume on March 20th, weather permitting. All vehicles must be removed from the roadways and overnight parking of vehicles on the streets will not be permitted on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights, which will be strictly enforced. Please do not travel so that the roadways are kept clear for our crews, which will allow them to do their work in cleaning up the snow. If you lose power, please call PSE&G directly at 1-800-436-7734. Please check on your neighbors and the elderly, and stay safe.