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New Jersey Emerges from Snowstorm, Travel Disruptions Continue

1/27/2026

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Summary

Story summary

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill lifted the state of emergency on January 26, 2026, after a winter storm dumped over a foot of snow.
Sherrill praised public workers and residents for their efforts during the crisis.
NJ Transit began a phased service resumption on January 27, with delays expected.
New York City faced travel disruptions due to the storm, with schools shifting to remote learning and air travel heavily affected.

History

Historical Context

The Blizzard of 1996, which struck from January 6-10, dumped over 30 inches of snow across New Jersey and New York City, prompting Governor Christine Todd Whitman to declare a state of emergency. This event highlighted the challenges of emergency management, a theme echoed in the 2006 nor'easter that also caused significant disruptions, emphasizing the need for improved infrastructure resilience in urban areas.

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Story summary

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill lifted the state of emergency on January 26, 2026, after a winter storm dumped over a foot of snow.
Sherrill praised public workers and residents for their efforts during the crisis.
NJ Transit began a phased service resumption on January 27, with delays expected.
New York City faced travel disruptions due to the storm, with schools shifting to remote learning and air travel heavily affected.

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