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New Jersey Declares Emergency as Winter Storm Fern Hits

1/25/2026

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Summary

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New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill announced NJ Transit suspension beginning at 4 a.m. Sunday due to Winter Storm Fern.
Winter Storm Fern will bring 2 feet of snow and ice, with rates up to 1 inch per hour in some areas.
A state of emergency has been declared and a commercial vehicle ban takes effect at midnight.
Rail service continues until 2 p.m. Sunday and resumption depends on weather conditions.

History

Historical Context

In January 2016, Winter Storm Jonas struck the East Coast, delivering over 2 feet of snow and prompting states of emergency across eleven states, including New York and Virginia. The storm resulted in at least 55 fatalities and economic losses estimated between $500 million and $3 billion. This event underscored the increasing frequency of severe winter storms, highlighting the need for improved infrastructure and emergency preparedness.

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Story summary

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill announced NJ Transit suspension beginning at 4 a.m. Sunday due to Winter Storm Fern.
Winter Storm Fern will bring 2 feet of snow and ice, with rates up to 1 inch per hour in some areas.
A state of emergency has been declared and a commercial vehicle ban takes effect at midnight.
Rail service continues until 2 p.m. Sunday and resumption depends on weather conditions.

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