Avoid These Newark Streets If Winter Storm Hits, Officials Say

NEWARK, NJ — Newark public safety officials are advising drivers to be careful and avoid flood-prone streets ahead of a winter storm forecast.

Up to six inches of snow and sleet accumulations are expected in New Jersey from Thursday evening into Friday, paving the way for an icy Friday morning commute. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for 12 counties, including Essex. Read More: Weather Advisories Issued In 12 NJ Counties Ahead Of Storm

Newark Public Safety Director Brian O’Hara said that due to the anticipated snow, freezing rain and sleet, many local streets may become flooded and should be avoided. Drivers are also advised to use caution due to possible icy conditions, he added.

Officials said local residents can report any non-emergency, weather-related issues to Newark police at: 973-733-6000. For emergencies, including downed wires and trees, dial 911.

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Newark public safety officials said the following locations should be avoided due to flooding conditions or the potential for flooding:

• Clay Street and McCarter Highway
• South Street and Van Buren Street
• Jefferson and Chestnut Streets
• State Street near Broad Street
• Jabez and Backus Streets
• 357 Wilson Avenue
• Manufacturers Place and Hyatt Street
• Magazine Street and Avenue L
• Magazine Street and Amsterdam Street
• Raymond Boulevard and Blanchard Street
• Avenue L and Wilson Avenue
• Wilson Avenue and Avenue K
• Mary Street and Avenue L
• Ferry and Foundry Streets
• Hyatt Avenue and Wilson Avenue
• South Street and Adams Street
• South Street and Pulaski Street
• South Street and Pacific Street
• South Street and Dawson Street
• Pacific Street and Calumet Street
• Pulaski Street and Clifford Street
• Jefferson Street ad Clifford Street
• Van Buren Street and Clifford Street
• Foundry Street and Roanoke Avenue
• Foundry Street and Avenue P
• Norfolk Street
• Orange Street
• Nesbitt Street
• McClellan Street and Runiak Avenue
• McClellan Street and Frelinghuysen Avenue
• Frelinghuysen Avenue and Peddie Street
• Frelinghuysen Avenue and Noble Street
• Noble Street and Meeker Avenue
• Elizabeth Avenue and Meeker Avenue
• Martin Luther King Blvd. and State Street
• Martin Luther King Blvd. and Orange Street
• Frelinghuysen Avenue and the Route 22 underpass

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