NJDOT issues emergency regulation lowering speed limit to 35 mph

Order also applies to NJ Turnpike, Garden State Parkway and Atlantic City Expressway

New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Acting Commissioner Joe Bertoni 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 12:01 a.m. Sunday, January 25. 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

The speed limit reduction is being made out of an abundance of caution based on the forecast for heavy snow, ice, and strong winds statewide. Winter weather is expected to begin early Sunday morning, January 25 and continue into Monday, January 26, which could make driving conditions treacherous throughout the state.

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Camden County Public Works crews on the job as severe winter weather impacts South Jersey

snow clearing — Photo by Sergei Starostin on Pexels.com

As a major winter storm begins to impact South Jersey, crews from the Camden County Department of Public Works are being deployed throughout Camden County to ensure the county’s 1,200 lane miles of road are safe and passable for motorists.

“We have not seen a snowstorm of this caliber in several years, and we are expecting hazardous road conditions across Camden County,” said Commissioner Jonathan Young, liaison to the Department of Public Safety. “It is crucial that everyone stay off the roads for the duration of this storm unless travel is absolutely essential.”

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Dangerous Cold and Winter Storm Briefing

Snowfall amounts reduced slightly, with highest reductions south and east of the I-95 corridor as confidence increases in mixing occurring. Impacts are unchanged as the combination of snow/sleet/freezing
rain will bring major disruptions to the area. Widespread snow and sleet totals ranging from 4″ to 8″ in southern zones. Snowfall rates near 1-2″ per hour likely (60-80%) during the daytime period Sunday.
Narrow corridor of highest ice accumulations shifted southeastward, now more over South Jersey and Delmarva rather than the I-95 corridor. Confidence is low on where the highest ice totals are.
High confidence in widespread MAJOR impacts expected for most of the region.
Heavy snow and some ice accumulation will make travel dangerous or impossible. Expect widespread road closures and significant delays on major interstates and highways.
The highest ice accumulations were also shifted slightly southeast. Some isolated power outages possible with ice accumulations potentially ranging from 0.1″ to 0.3″ when snow will mix with or change to sleet and freezing rain across southern NJ beginning Sunday afternoon into Sunday evening.
No changes to the Winter Storm Warning, which remains in effect from tonight until Monday morning. A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect where wind chills and temperatures in the single digits to below zero are expected for several consecutive nights.

New Jersey American Water Readies for Winter Storm

State’s largest water and wastewater utility prepares for snowstorm and shares safety tips for customers
New Jersey American Water is preparing for forecasted snowstorm and freezing wintery mix this weekend. The company has initiated readiness efforts to mitigate potential impacts to its water and wastewater plants and distribution systems.

“We are committed to providing safe and reliable water service to our customers, even through extreme weather conditions,” said Benjamin Morris, vice president of operations for New Jersey American Water. “Our team of experts is highly trained on emergency preparedness, response and management and is ready to handle any service disruptions that may come our way.”

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Juvenile Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder of Florence Police Officer

Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw announced that a juvenile charged with attempting to kill a Florence Township police officer and assaulting two other officers early last year pled guilty yesterday in Superior Court and will be sentenced as an adult.

Under an agreement with the Prosecutor’s Office, Fasihullah Safar, 17, of Alexandria, Va., will be sentenced to an 18-year term in state prison in exchange for guilty pleas to Attempted Murder (First Degree), Aggravated Assault (Second Degree), Aggravated Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer (Third Degree) and Theft of a Motor Vehicle (Third Degree).

The case was elevated from juvenile court in September 2025 after the Prosecutor’s Office filed a petition to waive Safar up to adult status. The Hon. Aimee Belgard, P.J.Cr., scheduled sentencing for March 26 in Mount Holly.

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Camden County Office of Emergency Management issues “Code Blue”

The Camden County Office of Emergency Management declared that Camden County will be under a Code Blue Advisory from for the following dates and times due to projected dangerously low temperatures by the National Weather Service:

Friday January 23, 7:00 p.m. – Wednesday January 28, 7:00 a.m.

• Projected temperature: Between 3°F and 30°F

Code Blue Advisories are declared when the National Weather Service predicts that the temperature is 32 degrees Fahrenheit or lower, or the wind chill temperature will be zero degrees Fahrenheit or lower for a period of two hours or more.

“As temperatures fall to dangerously low levels, it is critical that our residents have access to a safe place to stay warm,” said Commissioner Jonathan Young, liaison to the Camden County Department of Public Safety. “We urge everyone to check in on vulnerable neighbors, ensure heating systems are working properly, and bring pets indoors.”

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Camden County is Prepared For Severe Winter Storm

(Lindenwold, NJ) – As a heavy winter storm is forecasted to impact South Jersey beginning Sunday, Jan. 25 into Monday, Jan. 26, the Camden County Board of Commissioners and the Camden County Department of Public Works are prepared to handle any and all emergencies due to the weather. Southern New Jesey is expected to receive anywhere from 8 -12 inches of snow.

“We have not seen a snowstorm of this magnitude and severity in over a decade. The safety of the residents of Camden County is paramount and our number one priority,” said Commissioner Jonathan Young, liaison to the Department of Public Safety. “The more people we have out on the roads, the greater chance there is of an emergency situation unfolding. If it is not absolutely necessary, please stay home, and off the roads.”

Camden County’s Department of Public Works and Camden County Parks Department will be working throughout the duration of the storm to ensure that county roadways are passable, and to respond to downed trees and debris. Additionally, due to the impeding inclement weather, all branches of the Camden County Library System will be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25.

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Super Bowl Hoagie Sale at CC Tech Schools

Super Bowl Sunday, February 8th @ 10AM – 2PM

Camden County Technical Schools (CCTS) is hosting a 10” hoagie sale as a fundraiser on Super Bowl Sunday! Help support your community’s sports! Proceeds benefit various sports programs at the Campus of CCTS. Hoagies are $10 each! To learn more, Click Here.

Get Connected with Your Government

At Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, or Social Media

Camden County provides several ways for residents to stay informed and connected with local government, including this weekly newsletter, our social media channels, and live meetings. Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross will be scheduling new Town Hall meetings with all levels of government as soon as possible. If you need assistance, we will forward inquiries to the appropriate level of government. Click Here to submit questions.

The Camden County Board of Commissioners holds public Monthly Meetings at 520 Market St, 6th Floor, in Camden. The next Caucus Meeting will be on Tuesday, February 17th, and the next Monthly Commissioner Meeting will be on Thursday, February 19th. These meetings help the community stay up-to-date on county proceedings. Click Here to watch meetings online.

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Attention Camden County Seniors

Camden County Government, NJ offers a free Senior Snow Removal Program for qualifying elderly (65+) and disabled residents, using Dept. of Corrections crews to clear snow from driveways/walkways after storms, but it requires residents to call after each event to request service (856-783-4808 ext. 5035); crews work during daylight (8AM-3PM) and don’t supply salt.

How the Program Works:

Eligibility: Seniors (65+) and people with disabilities who live in Camden County.

Activation: Only after at least 4 inches of snow has fallen and stopped.

Requesting Service: You must call after each snowfall to request help: 856-783-4808, ext. 5035.

Service Details: Crews clear sidewalks and driveways during daylight (8 AM – 3 PM) in the order calls are received.

What’s Provided: Shoveling/plowing (equipment provided by Dept. of Corrections).

What’s Not Provided: Salt or ice melt; residents can supply their own for crews to spread.

Restrictions: No guaranteed arrival times, and contact/gifts between crews and residents are prohibited.