Category: ADVISORY ALERT

Air Quality Alert until 12:00AM Monday

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code orange air quality alert Sunday for Ocean County and southeastern Burlington County New Jersey. A code orange air quality alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children…people suffering from asthma… heart disease or other lung diseases…and the elderly. The effects of air pollution can be minimized by avoiding strenuous activity or exercise outdoors. For more information on ground-level ozone and fine particles…visit http://www.state.nj.us/dep/

* AFFECTED AREAS: OCEAN … COASTAL OCEAN … SOUTHEASTERN BURLINGTON

I-676 southbound overnight lane closures Monday and Tuesday night

I-676 southbound is scheduled have lane closures next week on Monday and Tuesday nights as a bridge replacement and paving project advances in Camden and Gloucester City, Camden County.

Beginning at 8 p.m. Monday, August 10 until 4 a.m. Tuesday, August 11, the right lane on I-676 southbound is scheduled to be closed between the Bridge over Newton Creek (mile post 0.6) and the I-76 Connector (mile post 0.2). A second lane will be closed at 9 p.m. Construction is expected to begin in the right lanes and move to the left as work progresses. The closure is necessary to restripe the roadway and shift traffic to the right in preparation for a long-term left lane closure, which will be implemented on Tuesday night. At least one lane will be maintained overnight.

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Consumer Safety Alert: Fake Squishy Toys

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about fake and counterfeit squishy toys that may pose serious risks to children. CPSC is also reiterating its warning about serious burn hazards associated with a viral social media trend encouraging children and teens to microwave squishy toys.

Squishy toys — including popular animal, food, and character-shaped squeeze toys — are widely sold through online marketplaces, social media, discount stores, and other retailers. CPSC is aware of fake and counterfeit versions that do not comply with federal safety requirements for children’s toys, including requirements addressing water beads, small parts, lead, phthalates, and other hazardous substances.

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Delsea Drive/Route 47 alternating traffic Friday night in Deptford

 Delsea Drive/Route 47 is scheduled to have a single lane closed overnight near Bennet Drive tonight with traffic maintained using an alternating traffic pattern as a corridor improvement project advances in Deptford, Gloucester County.

Beginning at 9 p.m. tonight, Friday, August 7 until 6 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday, August 8, a single lane is scheduled to be closed on Delsea Drive/Route 47 near Bennett Drive. The lane closure is necessary to restripe the roadway, place barrier and shift traffic. Alternating traffic will be maintained overnight.

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Fishermen and Boaters: Avoid Trouble, Steer Clear of Bubbles

NOAA Fisheries reminds all fishermen and boaters to keep a safe distance from whales. Whales can get hooked in tuna rigs or tangled in monofilament lines. Recently, the Atlantic Large Whale Disentanglement Network has received a number of reports of fishermen trolling their gear too close to humpback whales. This can result in injuries to both the whales and the people.

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Traffic Advisory

The long-term left lane closures on Route 322 eastbound and westbound will remain in place through Friday, August 21 in Logan Township, Gloucester County. The left lane closures were scheduled to reopen Tuesday, August 11 but have been extended due to inclement weather and other factors.

In addition, the work zones on Route 322 eastbound and westbound have been expanded to improve safety for crews. The original work zone at mile post 3.9 has now been expanded from mile post 3.7 to mile post 4.1.

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Route 44 Bridge Closed to Marine Traffic Due to Heat

 The Route 44 Bridge over Mantua Creek between West Deptford and Paulsboro, Gloucester County was taken out of service for marine traffic last night because of excessive heat. Route 44/Crown Point Road remains open for vehicles.

The excessive heat has caused the expansion of some components on the bridge, which prohibits the bridge from opening to allow marine traffic to pass. In the closed position, the bridge has 2 feet of clearance over mean high water. Vessels that can transit safely under the bridge may do so. The United States Coast Guard has been notified.

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Heat Advisory until 08:00PM Saturday

 WHAT…Heat index values up to 103 degrees expected.

* WHERE…Portions of northern Delaware, central, northern, and southern New Jersey, and southeast Pennsylvania.

* WHEN…From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

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Making Treatment Easier to Reach

Addiction doesn’t begin in a hospital, and recovery doesn’t happen in just one place.

In Washington, Congressman Norcross is working to make addiction treatment more accessible by –

Because recovery shouldn’t depend on where someone lives, what insurance they have, or how far they have to travel to get help.

Heat Advisory until 08:00PM Friday

* WHAT…Heat index values up to 100 to 104 expected.

* WHERE…Portions of northern Delaware, central, northern, and southern New Jersey, and southeast Pennsylvania.

* WHEN…From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

* AFFECTED AREAS: NEW CASTLE … SOMERSET … MIDDLESEX … WESTERN MONMOUTH … MERCER … GLOUCESTER … CAMDEN … NORTHWESTERN BURLINGTON … OCEAN … SOUTHEASTERN BURLINGTON … DELAWARE … PHILADELPHIA … EASTERN CHESTER … EASTERN MONTGOMERY … LOWER BUCKS

Instructions:Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.