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Snow Falls in NJ Causing Accidents, Road Closures; Use Caution

Newark

Heavy snow fell overnight in most parts of the state causing some accidents and road closures. 

Police closed all southbound lanes on Rt. 1&9 near Raymond Boulevard in Newark after a crash at that location left the road impassable. First responders arrived to the scene at around 5 a.m. where they reported no injuries. Weather was reportedly a factor in the crash. 

In Jersey City, EMS treated two people for non-life threatening injuries after a crash on Route 440 near Communipaw Ave. caused a vehicle to overturn at around 4:15 this morning. 

A crash on the NJ Turnpike northbound on the western spur between exits 15E and 15W had two lanes blocked at around 2:30 a.m. 

Use caution during your travels today. 

Stay will RLS Metro for up th the minute coverage on today's storm. 

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