New jersey school closures for tuesday, january 16th

New Jersey School Closures for Tuesday, January 16th

Several schools in North Jersey have modified their learning schedules for Tuesday, January 16th, due to a significant snowstorm. The National Weather Service forecasts 3 to 6 inches of snow across the region, starting Monday evening.

The New Jersey Department of Transportation has issued a warning for motorists to prepare for snowy conditions, urging them to drive slowly, use caution, and allocate extra time for travel.

Governor Phil Murphy emphasized the severity of the weather on X, highlighting the expected heavy snowfall, particularly in Northwest New Jersey, and advising against road travel due to dangerous icy conditions.

The following schools have declared closures for Tuesday:

  • Andover
  • Bergen Catholic
  • Bloomingdale
  • Fredon
  • Gill St. Bernard’s
  • Green Hills
  • Hamburg
  • High Point
  • Hopatcong
  • Jersey City
  • Kittatinny
  • Lakeland Regional HS
  • Lincoln Park
  • Montclair
  • Newton
  • Paramus Catholic
  • Pompton Lakes
  • Ringwood
  • Stillwater
  • Sussex-Wantage Regional
  • Vernon
  • Villa Walsh
  • Wayne
  • West Milford
  • Woodland Park

Residents are encouraged to stay updated with local news sources for further information on school schedules and weather updates.

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