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Ridgewood NJ, the National Weather Service has a Winter Weather Advisory in place for Saturay February 17th . “Snow, mainly before 8am, then a slight chance of snow showers after 1pm. High near 38. Light and variable wind becoming northwest 8 to 13 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.”
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Ridgewood NJ, as the first frost of the winter left many or our cars with frozen windshields or stuck windows, Ridgewood Water reminds customers to please remember your household irrigation system often has vulnerable plumbing that can leave you, unknowingly, with an expensive water bill due to spring time leaks. Industry experts have laid out some best practices for winterizing your irrigation system.
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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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Ridgewood N J, the National Weather Service warns of Below Zero Wind Chills Friday night into Saturday Morning. “A dangerously cold air mass has settled over the region this
morning.”
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Ridgewood NJ, PSE&G announced today that it is lowering gas bills for its residential customers effective Feb. 1, 2023.
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Ridgewood NJ, if the recent cold snap left you thinking you might not be prepared for this winter, it’s time to take some steps to improve your safety, save energy and save money this season. With increased natural gas rates and other costs rising, don’t put off for tomorrow what can save you money today.
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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.
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Ridgewood Nj, with long-term weather forecasts predicting a cold winter ahead and home energy costs escalating dramatically, Senator Joe Pennacchio is working to give New Jersey residents a break with a new bill that would suspend the state sales tax on gas and electricity to heat homes.
NJDEP Fixes Typo Showing Plan Results in Quadrupled Energy Bills
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Trenton NJ, Senator Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) blasted the Murphy Administration for what may be its very first admission about the actual cost impacts of its colossal Energy Master Plan (EMP).
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Ridgewood NJ, despite all the silly media hype most Americans say this winter hasn’t been worse than usual, but they believe climate change could cause severe snow storms.
Continue reading Despite the Media Hype Most Americans say this winter hasn’t been worse than usual
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Ridgewood NJ, with cold weather hitting the East Coast and other parts of the US, it’s important for everyone to take the necessary precautions to stay safe – including your pets.
Continue reading 5 Essential Tips to Protect your Pet from Harsh Winter Weather
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Ridgewood NJ, winter is nearly here, and if your electricity goes out due to snow and ice, a generator can keep power flowing to your home or business. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing manufacturers and suppliers of outdoor power equipment, small engines, battery power systems, portable generators, utility and personal transport vehicles, and golf cars, reminds home and business owners to keep safety in mind when using generators this winter.
Continue reading 10 Tips for Safer Winter Generator Usage for Home & Business Owners
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Ridgewood NJ, the national Weather Service has issued a WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY, for southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey and southeast New York.
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Backpacking or hiking on snowy terrain can be dangerous and unpredictable, but also is probably one of the most beautiful things a person can encounter. It is a great way to get out of the rut that is often present during the cold winter months when most people want to sit in their cozy homes and do nothing all day. However, if you decide to leave your comfort zone and embark on this kind of journey, you will have to inform yourself about what you need to take with you so you can have a safe and pleasant trip.
Continue reading What To Get For Your Backpacking Trip in a Snowy Terrain
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Ridgewood NJ, If it is snowing or going to snow overnight, please do not park your vehicles on the streets, in order to allow our plows to do their work in clearing the snow. 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.
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