MORE: Snow forecasts by 11 weather experts, some reaching 20 inches
The northern and central parts of New Jersey are now preparing for even more snow than originally projected as a large, prolonged northeast winter storm that is expected to hit the state from Sunday to Tuesday, possibly dropping up to 18 inches in some areas, according to the updated forecasts.
The first projections of 8 to 12 inches of snow have now jumped to 12 to 18 inches in several counties, including Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth and Morris, according to the National Weather Service. The first projections of 6 to 8 inches of snow have increased to 20 to 30 centimeters in Sussex and Warren counties.
Snowfall projections for Bergen, Essex and Passaic counties were between 20 and 25 centimeters on Saturday morning. They were also increased to 12 to 18 inches on a forecast map (posted below) that was updated at 4:30 pm
Snow forecasts have fallen in parts of South Jersey, which can be hit mainly by a mixture of snow, hail and rain. Projections in the Vineland area of Cumberland County dropped from 6 to 8 inches to 4 to 6 inches, and the area of the River Toms in Ocean County fell from 6 to 8 inches to 3 to 4 inches.
The storm can also bring coastal floods and strong gusts of wind, possibly leading to power cuts. The journey is also expected to be difficult thanks to the wind and wind.
The National Weather Service has placed much of New Jersey on a winter storm alert. The agency warns that road conditions can be dangerous from Sunday morning until most of Monday.
“Traveling can be very difficult or impossible,” according to the warnings.
Here is a more detailed view of the forecast for Saturday afternoon.
This is the latest snow forecast for most of New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware, updated by the National Weather Service’s Mount Holly office on Saturday afternoon.National Meteorological Service
This is the new snow forecast for northeast New Jersey, New York City, Long Island and Hudson Valley, updated at 4:30 pm on Saturday, January 30.National Meteorological Service
STORM
Most snow is expected in eastern Pennsylvania and central and northern New Jersey, the National Weather Service said in its 5 pm storm briefing. But the exact track of the storm remains uncertain. A change could bring heavier snow to the north or south, the agency said.
Precipitation is expected to start on Sunday evening until Monday morning. The snow is expected to be stronger during the day on Monday, with rates in excess of 1 inch per hour in some places. The snow will likely continue on Tuesday, although the build-up is limited until then.
STRONG WINDS
Meteorologists are calling for strong winds, especially near the coast and over water, with gusts reaching 40 to 50 mph on Monday. This, they said, can lead to power outages.
Gusts inland can reach 35 to 72 km / h, making travel with reduced visibility difficult, as well as blowing and dragging snow.
A look at what to expect from the oncoming winter storm.
INUNDATION
Coastal flooding is likely and can reach moderate levels as early as Monday morning along the Atlantic coast and Delaware Bay, according to the NWS.
A coastal flood alert was issued on the ocean coast, east of Monmouth, Middlesex, ocean, southeast of Burlington and west of Monmouth, effective from 7 am Monday to 5 pm Tuesday. The clock says that flooding 1 to 2 feet above ground level is possible in low areas near shorelines and tidal streams
A coastal flood alert was issued in the coastal sections of the Atlantic and Cape May, effective from 7 am Monday to 5 pm Tuesday.
With these types of levels, “a generalized flooding of roads occurs in coastal and bay communities and along inland tidal streams. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to vulnerable structures can begin to occur. “
A look at the possible flooding of the oncoming winter storm.
WINTER STORM WARNINGS
Camden County: From Sunday at 10am to 10am on Tuesday.
Gloucester and Salem counties: From Sunday at 10am to 10am on Tuesday.
Burlington County, Monmouth and Ocean: 1pm Sunday to 10am Tuesday.
Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Somerset, Warren: 5 pm Sunday to 1 pm Tuesday.
WINTER TIME TIPS
Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland counties: From Sunday at 10am to 10am on Tuesday.
Coastal Ocean County: From Sunday at 10am to 10am on Tuesday.
WINTER STORM WATCHES
A winter storm alert is in effect at midnight on Monday (late Sunday night) and continues until 6am on Tuesday Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic and Unity counties.
A winter storm alert is in effect on Sussex County from 5 pm on Sunday to 1 pm on Tuesday.
LIVE WEATHER RADAR
The National Meteorological Service is scheduled to release its next storm briefing around 7am on Sunday.
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