Full Notification

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for our area from 6:00pm tonight until 2:00am Thursday morning. Between 12 and 18 inches of snow is expected along with high wind gusts.

BEFORE THE STORM

• All vehicles must be removed from Snow Emergency Streets in South River once they become snow covered. Residents are asked to consider doing so ahead of the storm. These streets are listed at the end of this message.

• Even if you do not reside on a Snow Emergency Street, please consider moving your vehicle into your driveway, if possible.

• The gusty winds combined with the heavy, wet snow will have the potential to bring down tree limbs and power lines. Be prepared for the possibility of power outages and loss of heat.

• Due to the expected winds, secure any loose or lightweight objects on your property.

• Charge up electronic devices ahead of time and be sure to have a flashlight, portable radio and batteries.

• At this time, there are no changes to garbage collection schedules.

• Any changes to school schedules will be passed along as we receive them from the South River Board of Education.

• The South River Food Bank will be closed tomorrow, March 21st. Normal food bank hours will resume next week.

DURING THE STORM

• Travelling later this evening and tomorrow will be impacted. Driving is discouraged. If you must drive, allow yourself additional travel time and keep extra space between your vehicle and others on the road. Remember to clear snow & ice from your vehicle before driving.

• Check on elderly neighbors and relatives. Especially in the event of a power outage.

• Keep a path cleared to your front door and, if safe to do so, shovel around fire hydrants near your property to assist First Responders in the event of an emergency.

• Monitor our NIXLE messages and social media pages for any updates relevant to South River.

AFTER THE STORM

• As per South River Borough ordinance, all sidewalks must be cleared of snow within 24 hours after the snowfall stops.

• When removing snow from driveways and sidewalks, do not throw the snow into the street. Instead, place it onto other areas such as your lawn or yard.

• Residents are reminded that snow plows will make multiple passes on your street and may affect shoveling you have already completed. If they pass after you shovel, it may become necessary to shovel again.

SNOW EMERGENCY STREETS

Albourne St
Arlington Ave (between David & James)
Burton Ave
Charles St
Chestnut St (between Nelson & Henry)
Claremont Ave (between Montgomery & James)
David St
Devoe St
Division St
Fairview Ave (between David & James)
Ferris St (between OBT & Cleveland)
Ferry St
George St
Gordon St
Henry St (between William & Chestnut)
Heritage Dr
Hillside Ave
Jackson St
James St (between Hillside & Kamm)
Johnson Pl (between OBT & Willett)
Kamm Ave
Leonardine Ave
Lexington Ave (between Montgomery & James)
Lisa Dr
Main St
Morningside Ave (between Willett & David)
Nelson St
New St
Obert St (between Main & Jackson)
Prentice Ave
Prospect St
Reid St
Samuel Dr
Summit Rd
Thomas St
Washington St
Whitehead Ave
Willett Ave
William St

Up to date weather notices from the National Weather Service can be found at the link below:

http://forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.php?warnzone=NJZ012&warncounty=NJC023&firewxzone=NJZ012&local_place1