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New Jersey Blizzard Cleanup Continues Amid New Snow Threat

2/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Cleanup from the Blizzard of '26 continues in New Jersey, where some areas have received as much as 24.2 inches of snow.
A clipper system is expected to bring light snow on Wednesday morning during rush hour, potentially creating hazardous travel conditions.
Another storm system may affect southern New Jersey on Thursday, bringing mixed precipitation.
Temperatures will remain cold until a warm-up arrives by Saturday, reaching near 50 degrees.

History

Historical Context

The Blizzard of 1926, which struck New Jersey in March, dumped over 26 inches of snow, stranding more than 1,000 vehicles and disrupting daily life. This event reflects a historical pattern of severe winter storms impacting urban areas, highlighting the ongoing need for improved infrastructure and emergency response systems to address the vulnerabilities posed by extreme weather events.

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Story summary

Cleanup from the Blizzard of '26 continues in New Jersey, where some areas have received as much as 24.2 inches of snow.
A clipper system is expected to bring light snow on Wednesday morning during rush hour, potentially creating hazardous travel conditions.
Another storm system may affect southern New Jersey on Thursday, bringing mixed precipitation.
Temperatures will remain cold until a warm-up arrives by Saturday, reaching near 50 degrees.

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