Governor Phil Murphy has declared a State of Emergency for parts of northern New Jersey ahead of a potentially significant winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain beginning early Tuesday morning.
Executive Order No. 406, issued Monday, places Hunterdon, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, and Warren Counties under a State of Emergency effective 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. The declaration enables state agencies to coordinate resources, prepare emergency response operations, and support local governments in managing storm impacts.
“Starting early tomorrow morning, we will experience potentially significant winter weather resulting in hazardous conditions in the northwestern part of our state,” Murphy said in announcing the declaration. “With snowfall, sleet, and freezing rain expected to impact travel and safety on our roads, I am declaring a State of Emergency for Hunterdon, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, and Warren Counties. I urge all drivers in these areas to exercise caution, remain alert, and follow all safety protocols.”
The New Jersey Department of Transportation will activate crews and contractors overnight to pretreat roads, deploy equipment, and prepare for snow and ice removal once conditions deteriorate. State officials warn that travel may become difficult during the morning commute and throughout the day.
The Murphy administration urged residents in affected areas to monitor local weather forecasts, watches, and warnings, and to visit ready.nj.gov for updates and preparedness information.