Winter Storm May Dump 16+ Inches Of Snow On Livingston: What To Know

LIVINGSTON, NJ — Get ready to break out those snow shovels in Livingston, weather forecasters say.

A severe winter storm is expected to hit the region this weekend. Forecasts have shifted, but the latest predictions call for up to 18 inches of snow in some parts of New Jersey. Most of the snowfall is expected to happen from Saturday night to Monday.

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The Livingston area is currently under a Hazardous Weather Outlook. In addition, a Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Sunday morning to Monday evening.

Livingston may see between seven and 11 inches of snow accumulation during the daytime hours on Sunday, with another three to five inches possible that evening. More snow is likely on Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

Here’s the local forecast for Livingston, according to the NWS:

• Saturday: Increasing clouds and cold, with a high near 18. Wind chill values between -5 and 5. Northwest wind 6 to 9 mph.
• Saturday Night: A 50 percent chance of snow after 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 11. Wind chill values between 5 and 10. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
• Sunday: Snow. The snow could be heavy at times. High near 23. Northeast wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 7 to 11 inches possible.
• Sunday Night: Snow. Steady temperature around 20. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 3 to 5 inches possible.
• Monday: Snow likely, mainly before 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 26. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
• Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 6.

LIVINGSTON PREPARES FOR SNOW

"There is a chance of significant snowfall this weekend — start preparing now," Livingston town administrators advised earlier this week.

Some preparations that Livingston residents can take include stocking homes and cars with emergency supplies, checking smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and replenishing fuel for cars and heating sources.

The Livingston Senior/Community Center at 204 Hillside Avenue will be open during regular business hours as a warming center during the storm.

There will be no metal pickup on Friday, Jan. 23 due to the weather forecast. The Livingston Department of Public Works will be prioritizing preparing for road treatment and snow removal. Registration for the next pickup will be available starting on Monday, Jan. 26. Residents should register by Thursday, Jan. 29 at noon for pickup on Friday, Jan. 30.

Livingston Fire Chief Christopher Mullin released a storm update for local residents on Friday. He wrote:

"As the Emergency Management Coordinator for the Township of Livingston, I would like to make you aware of an impending snowfall expected to impact our community. To ensure that our Department of Public Works can effectively and safely clear roadways, I strongly urge all residents to keep vehicles off the streets during the storm and snow removal operations. Keeping roadways clear allows snow plows to plow curb-to-curb, improving safety for motorists, pedestrians, and emergency responders. In addition, residents are reminded to clear snow and ice from fire hydrants located on or near their property. Fire hydrants must be fully accessible at all times in the event of a fire emergency, as even small delays can have serious consequences."

Mullin offered another warning about the danger of carbon monoxide:

"Should this storm result in a power outage, please be mindful of the dangers associated with carbon monoxide. If you choose to use a portable generator, it is critical that it be operated only in properly ventilated outdoor areas—never inside a home, garage, or near windows or doors. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can be deadly."

“Your cooperation and preparedness play a vital role in keeping our community safe during severe weather events,” Mullin said. “Thank you for your attention and continued support. Stay safe and be well.”

COLD WEATHER COMING IN ESSEX COUNTY

Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo Jr. held an emergency snow preparedness meeting at the Turtle Back Zoo on Thursday, outlining the county’s plan to respond to the storm and coordinate with local municipalities.

“Although it is too early to determine how much snow we will get, the accumulation could be significant, and it could be the biggest storm we have experienced since 2021,” DiVincenzo said.

Meanwhile, Essex County has enacted a “Code Blue” alert ahead of the storm, which began Thursday evening and will continue until 9 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31.

Here’s what happens during a Code Blue, officials say:

“When a Code Blue is declared, a network of warming stations operated by the county and its municipalities and shelters operated by the community-based organizations will be opened. The warming stations identified include a variety of public libraries, senior centers, civic and community centers, school buildings, houses of worship, firehouses and first aid squad buildings. Warming stations are generally opened during the day and may not provide overnight accommodations. Shelters do provide overnight accommodations. In addition, shelters that regularly require occupants to leave during the day will suspend that practice so people can stay indoors.”

View a list of participating shelters below, visit www.NJ211.org or dial 2-1-1.

“The cold temperatures and inclement winter weather puts the health and safety of our homeless residents are risk,” Essex County Sheriff Amir Jones said.

“We appreciate our partner agencies opening their doors to provide a warm and safe place for those in need,” Jones added.

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