PENNSVILLE TWP., NJ – A band of icy weather triggered slick conditions and speed restrictions across major South Jersey highways Friday evening, prompting authorities to limit traffic to 45 miles per hour along the New Jersey Turnpike between the Delaware Memorial Bridge and Newark while crews conducted salting operations.
The Delaware Memorial Bridge briefly closed its New Jersey-bound span earlier in the morning after an accident on the icy deck. Officials from the Delaware River and Bay Authority confirmed that emergency crews cleared the scene and reopened the bridge within the hour, urging motorists to drive with caution and obey the reduced 35-mph limit in the area.
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New Jersey Turnpike Authority officials said the weather-related speed restriction affects all roadways in both directions from Pennsville Township to just north of Interchange 14 near the I-78/US 1&9 corridor in Newark—a 45-mile stretch that includes some of the state’s busiest freight and commuter routes.
Transportation departments in both New Jersey and Delaware warned that continued salting and plowing operations could slow travel throughout the day as temperatures remain near freezing. Motorists were advised to allow extra travel time and avoid sudden lane changes on treated surfaces.
Road crews are expected to maintain reduced speeds until pavement temperatures stabilize and all major routes are deemed clear.
Authorities urge drivers to remain alert as icy patches and residual salt may continue to impact travel through the evening commute.