The I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, also known as Al-Jo’s Curve, is scheduled to be closed and detoured overnight next week as the Direct Connection project advances in Bellmawr, Camden County. This is a continuation of work that began in January.
Beginning at 10 p.m. Monday, February 23 until 5 a.m. Tuesday, February 24, and continuing each night through Thursday, February 26 at the same time, the I-295 southbound ramp to Route 42 southbound and I-295 southbound, also known as Al-Jo’s Curve, is scheduled to be closed and detoured. The right lane on I-295 southbound also will be closed just after Exit 28/Route 168. All motorists traveling on I-295 southbound will be directed to stay left onto Exit 26. The closures are necessary for the removal of the temporary Browning Road Bridge west abutment. The following detour will be in place:
I-295 southbound to Route 42 southbound/I-295 southbound Detour:
Motorists traveling on I-295 southbound wishing to continue onto Route 42 southbound will be directed to exit left at Exit 26/I-76 westbound
Take I-76 westbound to Exit 2/I-676 northbound
Take I-676 northbound to Exit 1/Collings Avenue
Turn right onto Collings Avenue
Turn left onto I-676 southbound, which becomes I-76 eastbound
Take I-76 eastbound to Exit 1A/I-295 southbound
The work is part of the Direct Connection project that will provide a seamless route for I-295 motorists traveling through the interchange of I-295, I-76, and Route 42. To sign up for I-295 Direct Connect project updates go to 295DirectConnect.com or text CONNECT to 1-844-844-3681.
Portable variable message signs are being used to provide advance notification of traffic pattern changes associated with the work. The precise timing of the work is subject to change due to weather or other factors.
(Lindenwold, NJ) – Several roadway projects will be underway across Camden County during the week of February 23 to February 27.
“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”
Berlin Township
South Jersey Gas will be working on Hopewell Road and Cooper Road from Monday, February 23 to Thursday, February 26 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be a full road closure of Hopewell Road between Cooper Road & Jackson Road in Waterford Township and a full road closure of Cooper Road at the intersection with Taunton Avenue in Berlin Township.
Camden
Crews will be working on Haddon Avenue from Monday, February 23 to Friday, February 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a lane shift between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard & Cooper Plaza.
Crews will be working on Haddon Avenue from Monday, February 23 to Friday, February 27 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There will be a full road closure between Newton Avenue & Euclid Avenue.
New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Acting Commissioner Priya Jain has issued an Emergency Traffic Regulation Order that temporarily lowers all posted speed limits to 35 miles per hour on Interstate and State highways in New Jersey starting at 3 p.m. Sunday, February 22. The speed limit reduction applies to:
All Interstate highways in New Jersey
All U.S. and State highways in New Jersey
The New Jersey Turnpike
The Garden State Parkway
The Atlantic City Expressway
Gov. Mikie Sherrill has declared a State of Emergency based on the forecast for heavy snow, strong winds, and blizzard conditions statewide Sunday, February 22 and Monday, February 23, which could make driving conditions treacherous. The speed limit reduction is being made out of an abundance of caution.
Starting at 3 p.m., today, Sunday, February 22, 2026 and in accordance with N.J.S.A. 39:4-98.9, this Emergency Order temporarily lowers all posted speed limits above 35 miles per hour to 35 miles per hour on state and interstate highways and will be in place until further notice. State and interstate highways with a posted speed limit of 35 miles per hour or less will not be affected by this Traffic Regulations Emergency Order.
All motorists are encouraged to avoid unnecessary travel on Sunday and Monday.
Commercial Vehicle Travel Restriction
The Emergency Traffic Regulation Order to reduce the speed limit to 35 mph is in addition to the Commercial Vehicle Travel Restriction announced yesterday, February 21. The commercial vehicle travel restriction also will begin at 3 p.m. today, Sunday, February 22 and will be in place until further notice for the following highways in both directions:
I-76 (entire length)
I-78 (entire length)
I-80 (entire length)
I-195 (entire length)
I-280 (entire length)
I-287 (entire length)
I-295 (entire length)
I-676 (entire length)
NJ Route 440 (both directions from the Outerbridge Crossing to I-287)
The commercial vehicle travel restriction applies to:
Public safety vehicles, sworn and civilian public safety personnel; as well as other personnel directly supporting healthcare facilities or critical infrastructure such as providing fuel or food. For a complete list of operations or personnel that are exempt from the travel ban, see the Administrative Order.
Trucks that are already in New Jersey when the travel restrictions go into place are encouraged to pull off in truck stops to wait out the storm – DO NOT PARK ON SHOULDERS.
NJDOT is coordinating with all state and regional transportation agencies to ensure the most effective response to the storm. In order for NJDOT and our regional and local transportation partners to safely and efficiently clear roadways of snow, motorists should avoid driving unless you are an essential employee needed for emergency response. If you must drive, motorists are advised to:
SLOW DOWN
If road conditions deteriorate, GET OFF THE ROADsomewhere safe and wait it out
Always STAY CLEAR of plowing and spreading trucks. If they are behind you, let them pass
DO NOT pass between trucks that are in a plow formation
Leave early and allow extra time
Leave a safe following distance between vehicles
Use caution on bridges and ramps
If you are driving and road conditions deteriorate, PULL OFFsomewhere safe and wait it out
Be patient and use caution
Keep an emergency kit in your car with a cell phone charger, water, snacks, blanket, and other items. See the NJ Office of Emergency Managements web site for more information: http://ready.nj.gov/plan-prepare/winter.shtml
(Camden, NJ) – Due to impending severe winter storm across Southern New Jersey, all Camden County offices will be closed to the public on Monday, February 23. All branches of the Camden County Library system will also be closed on Monday, Feb. 23. All essential Camden County personnel will be reporting Monday.
(Lindenwold, NJ) – As a heavy winter storm is forecasted to impact South Jersey beginning Sunday, Feb. 22 into Monday, Feb. 23, the Camden County Department of Public Works will be called in early this afternoon to ensure the county’s 1,200 lane miles of road are safe and passable for motorists. Southern New Jesey is expected to receive anywhere from 12 -18 inches of snow. Additionally, Governor Mikie Sherrill declared that New Jersey will enter a State of Emergency effective at 12:00 p.m. on Feb. 22. The Camden County Library System will be closed on February 22 due to the impending storm.
“Based on current forecasts and the severity of the approaching system, this storm has the potential to be historic” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “It is crucial that everyone stay off the roads for the duration of this storm unless travel is absolutely essential. Forecasted wind speeds are expected to create blizzard conditions that will be extremely dangerous”
With a winter storm expected in the region, PATCO will operate a snow schedule beginning at 4:30 a.m. on Monday, February 23, 2026. Sunday, February 22 will operate on a regular Sunday schedule, with trains running every 30 minutes for most of the day. During the storm, trains will operate at reduced speeds, and customers should allow additional travel time. PATCO will monitor ridership and weather conditions throughout the day and adjust service as needed. To view the snow schedule, click here. For the latest travel information and service updates:
Winslow Township General Offices will be closed on Monday, February 23rd due to anticipated snow.
In preparation of the storm, we want to remind residents of some general snow guidelines.
Snow removal crews will be working hard to clear the roadways. Once plowing begins, the priority is to clear the road for emergency access and necessary cautious travel. To help with this, we urge residents to park off the street and in driveways whenever possible. This allows crews to open the road for safe travel much faster. Cars left in the street just cause snow to be stockpiled in the road and greatly impedes our ability make the roads safe for travel.
The driveway dilemma: As we are required to push the snow out of the road for safe travel in two directions, snow will inevitably displace into driveways and against mailboxes. This is unavoidable. Clearing snow from driveway aprons and mailboxes is the property owner’s responsibility. A good tip is to wait until it has stopped snowing, and we have plowed the road completely from curb to curb before you start digging out.
Please do not put snow back into the road because it will just freeze and become a hazard. Place snow in the grass where it can safely be stockpiled and is not a danger.
Our crews have to clear nearly 300 lane miles of roadway so please be patient. We will work to remove all of the snow from our roads as quickly and safely as possible.
Due to the rain forecasted prior to snow beginning the roads cannot be brined as the rain will wash it away.
REMOVE ALL PARKED VEHICLES and/ or TRAILERS from the roadways (if possible) so GT Public Works can plow our streets.
Stay off the roadways during and shortly after the snow stops to allow plow and salt trucks to clear the roadways
If you must drive to work, give yourself extra time to travel safely. Completely clear off ALL the snow from your vehicle, including the roof.
If you live near a fire hydrant, please remove the snow from the front, back and sides of it to allow the fire department to quickly locate them.
If you have an EMERGENCY CALL 911 (anywhere). If you need immediate police assistance in Gloucester Township, Camden County (NOT Gloucester City or towns within Gloucester County), call Gloucester Township Police at 856-228-4500.
DO NOT CALL Gloucester Township Police for questions concerning snow plowing, our dispatchers must remain available to receive EMERGENCY and police related calls for service.
As always, remember to Stay SAFE! – Gloucester Township Police
(Camden, NJ) – The South Jersey Institute for Population Health (SJIPH) has awarded 12 research projects with $350,000 as a part of its fourth annual funding cycle. These projects will have a positive impact on the quality of life for residents throughout the region.
Each research team consists of partners from Rowan University, Rutgers University – Camden, and a community-based organization. The program is facilitated by the institute and the Rowan University and Rutgers-Camden Joint Board of Governors.
“Previous research projects funded by the South Jersey Institute for Population Health have provided invaluable insight into health inequities throughout South Jersey, and this research awarded funding this cycle are no different,” said Jeffrey Nash, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Rowan University and Rutgers University – Camden Joint Board of Governors. “It is our hope that the lessons learned from this research will help us to create a healthier, more equitable South Jersey.”
