The New Jersey Transit Authority is set to halt some services on Sunday due to a significant winter storm, Fern, which is forecasted to dump nearly two feet of snow and ice in the area.
Governor Mikie Sherrill announced that bus, light rail, and AccessLink services will be suspended across the board starting at 4 a.m. on Sunday to prioritize the safety of passengers and staff. He made this announcement during a press conference in Newark on Saturday.
Interestingly, rail services will continue operating until 2 p.m. on Sunday.
Sherrill, who has declared a state of emergency in New Jersey, mentioned, “We’ll provide updates on service levels for Monday as we evaluate the storm’s impact on Sunday.”
“This choice was made based on recent forecasts and focuses on public safety.”
A ban on commercial vehicles will begin at midnight, and only emergency traffic will be allowed on the roads.
Officials indicated that bus services might be among the first to start up again after the storm, though that will hinge on actual weather conditions.
“Please avoid going out on the roads this Sunday,” Cheryl urged.
“A hazardous situation is expected from tonight onward.”
A winter storm warning is in effect from 3 a.m. Sunday to 6 p.m. Monday, with the National Weather Service predicting whiteout conditions and perilous travel.
The storm is expected to strike South Jersey around 7 a.m., and as it travels north, other areas of the state may see up to 14 inches of snow. Governor Sherrill noted that coastal regions might get around 6 inches, while southern and central Jersey could expect 6 to 10 inches, and northern Jersey between 8 to 14 inches.
“Our main concern is the safety of New Jersey residents,” stated NJ Transit CEO Chris Corulli.
“That’s our only focus. After the storm passes, we’ll work quickly to restore services so people can move on with their day-to-day activities.”
Public transportation users are encouraged to check for updates on njtransit.com.
