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Ridgewood NJ, Due to the forecasted weather, on Tuesday, January 16th, all RPS Schools will have a delayed opening.
Delayed Opening for Ridgewood Schools
Tag: winter weather
Survey Says: 1.1 million New Jerseyans will wait until temperatures reach freezing before turning on the heaters
file photo by Boyd Loving
- 1 in 5 New Jerseyans will wait until yesterday December 11th before warming their homes.
- Tips provided on how to keep costs down this winter.
- Interactive map included.
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Ridgewood NJ, winter is coming, in the inimitable words from Game of Thrones, and that means only one thing: it’s about to get colder. With energy prices, inflation and therefore the cost of living on the rise, it is no surprise that many Americans are tightening their belts and cutting their spending. Usually when this happens, it is purchases of non-essential items that are reduced – perhaps trips to the movies, dining out and gym memberships. It appears, however, that millions of Americans will also be cutting back on essential things in life such as heating, in order to save some money.
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.
NJ Transit Says Regular Service Expected To Continue Thursday
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Ridgewood NJ, Winter weather is expected Thursday, Feb. 18th. Regular service is expected to continue to operate at this time. Please monitor njtransit.com, social media and download the mobile app to customize travel alerts for the latest service information. Service may be subject to delays and cancellations. Please allow for extra travel time.
Punxsutawney Phil Predicts 6 More Weeks of Winter
photos courtesy of Punxsutawney Phil
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Gobblers Knob PA, at 7:25 am Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow predicting 6 more weeks of winter .
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Slippery Conditions Send Vehicles Sliding in Glen Rock
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page
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Glen Rock NJ, Storm related motor vehicle crashes kept Glen Rock Police patrol officers busy during the late morning and early afternoon of Tuesday, 01/26. A single vehicle crash into a utility pole took place on Route 208 northbound at Harristown Road. Shortly thereafter, a two (2) vehicle crash was reported in the 500 block of Prospect Street. No injuries were reported by any of the three (3) vehicles’ occupants. Tow trucks were summoned to both crash sites.
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Village of Ridgewood Snow Reminders
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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood reminds you that due to inclement weather certain procedures should be followed .
REMINDERS ABOUT GARBAGE PICKUP DURING SNOW EVENTS
Our sanitation and recycling employees will be picking up garbage and recycling, as long as the road conditions permit them to do so. All garbage and recycling containers must be placed at the end of your driveways, and not in the street. The Village will resume rear yard garbage collection as quickly as possible after the snowstorm, but please continue to place your garbage cans at the end of your driveway, until you have a clear path to them. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our Village employees safe.
REMINDERS ABOUT SNOW REMOVAL
All sidewalks in residential districts must be cleared within 24 hours of the snow falling. Please do not place snow into the street; instead, place it back onto your own property. In addition, if you have a fire hydrant on your property, please clear it of any snow accumulation.
POWER OUTAGES
Due to icy conditions, there may be power outages. Please stay away from downed wires. Plan ahead and know where your flashlights are located. If you experience a power outage, please do not call the Police Department unless there is an emergency. Instead, please call PSE&G directly at 1-800-436-7734.
Ridgewood Police and Emergency Services Respond as Car Slides off Linwood Avenue Route 17 Exit
photo courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook
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Ridgewood NJ, A light pole was toppled during a multi-vehicle crash on Route 17 southbound near Linwood Avenue, Ridgewood early Tuesday evening, 02/12. At least one (1) vehicle was removed from the scene by a flatbed tow truck. No injuries were reported following the crash. Ridgewood Police officers and Ridgewood Emergency Services personnel responded to the incident .
NJDOT Advising Motorists to Plan Ahead for Upcoming Storm
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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today issued a Winter Weather Congestion Alert and are implementing the Department’s Business Day Protocol for Tuesday, February 12, based on the forecast for expected snow and freezing rain this afternoon into tomorrow, which may result in difficult driving conditions.
The Department is advising motorists to plan ahead. Snow is expected this afternoon in South Jersey and along the Shore that could affect today’s evening commute in those areas. Overnight and through Tuesday, snow is expected statewide, turning to freezing rain in parts of the state, which may cause difficult driving conditions.
Continue reading NJDOT Advising Motorists to Plan Ahead for Upcoming Storm2 to 5 Inches of Snow Expected Today
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Ridgewood NJ, accrding to the National weather service there is a WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST WEDNESDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches expected, with locally up to 6 inches in far western Orange County. Snowfall rates up to one inch per hour are possible at times this afternoon and evening.
* WHERE…Interior portions of the Lower Hudson Valley, Northern Fairfield and Western Bergen and Passaic counties.
* WHEN…Light snow develops late this morning, then possibly mixes with or changes to rain for a few hours this afternoon across most of the advisory area. The precipitation returns to all snow this evening, before ending later tonight/early Wednesday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and/or evening commute.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions.
Snow reminders from the Ridgewood Police , Ridgewood Fire and Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood Police : Ice & Snow – Remove It Before You Go
Remember to remove all ice and snow from your vehicle before driving, especially from the hood, windows and roof. It’s the law in New Jersey! Motorists who fail to do so face fines of $25 to $75 for each offense, regardless of whether the ice and snow is dislodged from the vehicle. If flying ice or snow causes property damage or injury to others, motorists face fines of $200 to $1,000 for each offense.
Ridgewood Police :Keep fire hydrant clear
If you have a fire hydrant in front of your house, help yourself and help your neighbors by keeping it clear of snow.
Ridgewood Police : Overnight parking is suspended in the Village
Overnight parking is suspended in the Village. Residents are prohibited from parking on village streets overnight. Please reconfirm but residents residing in the Central Business District are permitted to park vehicles in the Cottage Place and Hudson Street lots.
Governor Christie Signs State of Emergency
A “STATE OF EMERGENCY” – WHAT IT MEANS TO YOU
New Jersey State law allows the Governor and County and Local Emergency Management Coordinators to declare a State of Emergency during significant weather events and natural disasters. The emergency declaration is a tool used by the government officials who are managing the emergency. It allows State agencies to quickly respond to needs of citizens, reassign personnel, and deploy vehicles, trucks, and equipment to respond to the incident. A State of Emergency allows the government to act more quickly than it can during non-emergency times.
What does this mean to you? When a State of Emergency is issued, State and/or local Emergency Management officials will communicate with New Jersey’s citizens through traditional media outlets such as television, radio and newspapers, and through other information channels, such as the Internet , social media or the Emergency Alert System. Citizens should pay close attention to news reports when a State of Emergency is announced.
At times, travel restrictions are part of a State of Emergency. This is typically done to allow snowplows to clear the roads. At other times government offices may be closed, or evacuations may be recommended. A State of Emergency permits government officials to recommend specific actions that citizens should take to insure the safety of their families and homes during the emergency. Each emergency is different, and different factors will impact the decisions made by State officials in response to the incident.
Large and small private businesses should make informed decisions about early closures, delayed openings, cancellations and closures based on current and impending weather conditions, emergency plans and policies of your organization, designation of essential employees, and restrictions on travel. If travel restrictions are put into place, it will limit whether or not employees can travel to your worksite.
Always know the latest weather information for your area.
REMINDER: NJ is covered by two different weather stations: Mount Holly, NJ for most of the State and Upton, NY for the NE part of the State. For Northeast NJ residents and commuters to/from NYC, please visit:https://www.weather.gov/okx/. For the rest of New Jersey please visit:https://www.weather.gov/
PSE&G Prepares for Approaching Storm System
Extra personnel and equipment at the ready
Ridgewood NJ, Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G), New Jersey’s largest electric and gas utility, is preparing for the approaching storm system that could bring snow, freezing rain and high winds to the company’s service territory. The utility is scheduling additional personnel in the field, fueling trucks and has spare poles and other equipment available.
“While snow and wind normally don’t pose a serious problem, icing on lines and trees can increase the possibility of downed wires and power outages,” said John Latka, senior vice president of electric and gas operations for PSE&G. “Those types of conditions also make it difficult for our crews to get around, and we can’t go up in buckets to make repairs if there are high winds. We will respond to outages and no-heat calls around the clock — as quickly and safely as possible.”
In advance of the storm, PSE&G advises customers to prepare an emergency kit that includes:
- Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days
- Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- First aid kit
- Manual can opener for food
- Cell phone with chargers
PSE&G urges its customers to be cautious during and after the storm:
- To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, do not run any gasoline powered engine, including generators and snowblowers, in a garage or any other enclosed space.
- Downed wires should always be considered “live.” Do not approach or drive over a downed line and do not touch anything that it might be in contact with.
To report downed wires or power outages, call PSE&G’s Customer Service line at 1-800-436-PSEG. Also, customers can report outages by logging into their PSE&G account online or by texting “OUT” to 4PSEG (47734). The utility’s mobile-friendly website includes an “Outage Map” that is updated every 15 minutes and displays the location and status of power outages in PSE&G’s service area.
Postal Spikes taking toll on Village Walkways
Postal Spikes taking toll on Village Walkways
February 16,2015
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Ridgewood NJ, Readers report scratches on their stoops and pavers this winter .An investigation has determined the postal workers are wearing spikes on their shoes for better grip against the elements . The spikes have been authorized by the Ridgewood Post Office to ensure worker safety . Several residents have reached out to the blog and reported this issue . While we are glad the Postal Service is taking steps to ensure worker safety , the spikes seem to be having and adverse effect on stone pavers and other stone walk ways which may case additional hazards in the future .Perhaps a softer rubber spike required on many golf courses may be the answer . We do not want anything done that will jeopardize safety .
ETCHED IN STONE : THE STORY BEHIND POSTAL SERVICE’S UNOFFICIAL MOTTO
Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers
from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.
The Postal Service has no official motto. The popular belief that it does is a tribute to America’s postal workers. The words above, thought by many to be the motto, are chiseled in gray granite over the entrance to the New York City Post Office on 8th Avenue. In 1982, the building was renamed the James A. Farley Post Office Building in honor of the 53rd Postmaster General.
The motto comes from Book 8, Paragraph 98, of The Persian Wars by Herodotus. During the wars between the Greeks and Persians (500-449 B.C.), the Persians used a system of mounted couriers.
The firm of McKim, Mead and White designed the New York General Post Office, which opened to the public on Labor Day, 1914. One of the firm’s architects, William Mitchell Kendall, was the son of a classics scholar and read Greek literature for pleasure. He selected the “Neither snow nor rain …” inscription, which he modified from a translation by Professor George Herbert Palmer of Harvard University, and the Post Office Department approved it.
Remove Ice & Snow Before You Go
Remove Ice & Snow Before You Go
January 28th 2015
the Ridgewood Police
Remember to remove all ice and snow from your vehicle before driving, especially from the hood, windows and roof. It’s the law in New Jersey! Motorists who fail to do so face fines of $25 to $75 for each offense, regardless of whether the ice and snow is dislodged from the vehicle. If flying ice or snow causes property damage or injury to others, motorists face fines of $200 to $1,000 for each offense. There are approximately 500 fatalities in the United States per year due to icy road conditions.
