Nor'easter: Rt. 27 Was Closed, Hazardous Roads In South Brunswick

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ – A “major" nor'easter rolled into Middlesex County area on Wednesday and Thursday, bringing around 5 inches of snow to South Brunswick.

South Brunswick Police said they handled 15 crashes and/or motor vehicle assists through Wednesday's snow storm. Conditions on the road continue to remain hazardous, said the police.

Route 27 was closed in South Brunswick for a time because of downed wires. South Brunswick Public Works along with county and state plow crews are still working to clear the roads.

On Wednesday, PSEG reported power outage in the Princeton Walk area, with less than 10 township homes being affected.

No power outages were reported on Thursday.

Due to conditions on the road, all municipal officers are closed on Thursday.

Meanwhile, South Brunswick Public Schools decided to opt for a 'hybrid snow day' on Thursday. Students were asked to log in if they need help with school work and for attendance. But Superintendent Scott Feder said he expects students to enjoy the snow.

"Right now there are jealous kids all around the country living in the South, that will never have this opportunity. So live it up, and enjoy your first real snowfall in two years," he said in a message to the community. Feder said the district was being flexible with schedules as students deserve this "mental health break, brought to you by good ole' Mother Nature."

In neighboring Princeton, the public school district cancelled virtual learning for Thursday, opting for a 'snow day', as did Lawrence Township Public Schools and East Windsor Regional School District.

Read More Here: Nor'easter Impacts In Princeton: 6 Inches Snow, Hazardous Roads

The "major" nor'easter hit the Garden State on Wednesday and shut down trains and buses, and caused crashes and other problems. More than 12,000 power outages were reported across the state, and more than 200 crashes were reported.

Some parts of New Jersey received more than 11 inches of snow.

Here are the snow totals for Middlesex County:

• Perth Amboy 9.0
• Carteret 7.5
• Plainsboro Township 7.4
• Edison 7.0
• Port Reading 7.0
• East Brunswick 5.9
• Parlin 5.0
• North Brunswick 5.0
• Old Bridge 5.0
• Metuchen 4.6
• South Plainfield 4.5
• Avenel 3.5
• Highland Park 2.8
• New Brunswick 1.6
• Woodbridge 1.5

Here's the forecast for South Brunswick:

Thursday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33. North wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tonight will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 17. North wind around 5 mph.