NORTH BERGEN, N.J. – Township officials are urging residents to stay off the roads this evening as a fast-moving snow system is expected to bring a brief period of heavy snowfall between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., creating dangerous travel conditions across the area.
In a statement from Public Safety Commissioner Allen Pascual and Police Chief Robert J. Farley Jr., the North Bergen Police Department advised motorists to avoid unnecessary travel and exercise caution if driving becomes unavoidable. The department warned that roads could become slick quickly as snow intensity increases during the evening commute.
Drivers who must travel are reminded to completely clear snow and ice from their vehicles, including the roof, hood, and lights, before heading out. Police emphasized that failure to do so can endanger other motorists and result in a traffic citation.
Motorists are also urged to slow down, remain focused, and avoid distractions such as cell phones. When parking, residents should stay clear of yellow zones to ensure snowplows have room to operate. Throwing snow back into cleared streets violates township ordinances and may lead to fines.
Officials said public works crews are prepared to respond but stressed that the safest option is to remain home until conditions improve.