5:30PM TUESDAY WINTER STORM UPDATE –
The Governor has declared a State of Emergency for 8pm tonight in advance of the winter storm. The Township Council meeting for tonight has been cancelled. Based on the current National Weather Service forecast we are anticipating a heavy snowfall with the worst of it coming mid-day on Wednesday. There are already some cancellations and closing as a result of the approaching storm.
CANCELLED / CLOSED
Tuesday night March 6th
CANCELLED - South Brunswick Township Council Meeting
Wednesday March 7th
CLOSED - Saint Augustine of Canterbury School
DELAYED OPENING – South Brunswick Township Offices and Senior Center will open at 9:30am
FORECAST -
Update on Coastal Storm...Things remain on track for the start of precipitation tonight as we expect some light to occasionally moderate snow. While pavements struggle to accumulate, steadier bursts of snow could lead to slushy coatings (0.5 - 1.5" on colder surfaces).
For tomorrow morning, precipitation becomes progressively steadier. While snow is the main precipitation type, a bit more rain looks to mix in with the snow, especially in our Township. As the coastal low strengthens and pulls in colder air, everyone is over to snow by midday, which looks to fall heavily (1-3"/hr rates) thru the afternoon.
The steadiest snow lasts thru sunset, gradually tapering off for good 8 - 11 PM. While totals have not changed in the update this afternoon, we are increasingly concerned that more mixing occurs during the morning hours on Wednesday. Due to the heavy, wet nature of the snow, along with gusty winds expected (not as bad as the last coastal storm), there is a threat of downed trees and power outages.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS –
POWER OUTAGES -
If you experience a power outage during the storm, call PSE&G at 1-800-436-PSEG (7734).
ROADS – No Parking
There is no parking allowed on Township roadways during a snowstorm. This will allow Township plow crews to clear the roadway as soon as possible.
We will provide updates throughout the day on local road conditions, closings, power outages and any essential information using Nixle and Twitter (@SoBrunswickPD).
