Nutley Declares Local State Of Emergency: Winter Storm Updates

NUTLEY, NJ — A state of emergency continued in Nutley amid a frigid winter storm on Monday.

State officials have imposed travel restrictions, and weather forecasters predict that a nor'easter could impact New Jersey well into Tuesday. Heavy snow is possible and winds could gust as high as 50 mph. More than an inch per hour could fall during the height of the storm, which could be anytime between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday, the National Weather Service said. Read More: Timeline, Hour-By-Hour NJ Snow, Nor'easter Forecast

In Nutley, the township declared a local state of emergency that began at 7 p.m. on Sunday. “Travel will be very difficult to impossible, with hazardous conditions,” officials advised.

On-street parking will be prohibited until the state of emergency is over, with “no exceptions,” Nutley officials said.

The following advisories come via the Township of Nutley.

GARBAGE PICKUP INFORMATION

Garbage pickup for Monday, Feb. 1 has been suspended.

NUTLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS INFORMATION

Nutley Public Schools are operating on a single session day for all students for Monday 2/1. More details at www.nutleyschools.org.

SNOW EMERGENCY ORDINANCE INFORMATION

228-9 Parking during snow emergencies.

A. Prohibition

(1) Whenever snow has fallen and the accumulation is such that it covers the streets or highways, an emergency shall exist and no vehicle shall be parked on the streets or highways or portions thereof indicated: All streets, both sides, Entire length.

(2) The above parking prohibitions shall remain in effect after the snow has ceased until the streets have been plowed sufficiently and to the extent that parking will not interfere with the normal flow of traffic.

B. Any unoccupied vehicle parked or standing in violation shall be deemed a nuisance and a menace to the safe and proper regulation of traffic, and any police officer may provide for the removal of such vehicle. The owner shall pay the reasonable costs of the removal and storage which may result from such removal before regaining possession of the vehicle.

OFF STREET PARKING AVAILABILITY

Municipal Parking Lot # 7 located behind Bella Luce (507 Franklin Avenue) can be used for parking after 11PM Monday until 7AM Tuesday.

Please be available to remove your vehicle by 7AM Tuesday so this lot can be cleared of snow. Please park in the spaces not reserved for permit parking. No fee will be charged during the times stated above.

SNOW PLOWING OF ROADWAYS

To aid the Public Works Department in clearing the streets, do not throw snow back into the street. Do not plow snow into the roadway. This will be strictly enforced.

Snow Plowing Operations may cause snow to be pushed and cover the apron of your driveway. Clearing the apron of your driveway is the responsibility of the property owner. Any person(s) harassing any Township Employee will be charged with Harassment.

If you have any basketball nets curbside, please pull them away from the curb to avoid damage by the snow plows.

If temperatures drop below 15 degrees, the effectiveness of road salt to clear ice and snow from roadways becomes limited.

OUTDOOR TENTS

Any restaurants that currently have tents up for outside dining, please either take them down or secure them to prevent injury and damage.

SNOW REMOVAL FROM SIDEWALKS

All property owners are required to clear snow from sidewalks within 24 hours of the end of the snow event. When possible use grassy areas to pile snow.

FIRE HYDRANTS

Do not bury fire hydrants with snow. Those caught burying fire hydrants will be fined. It is ask that you assist Emergency Responders and clear snow away from the fire hydrant.

SNOW REMOVAL FROM CAR'S EXHAUST PIPES

Please make sure to remove snow from your car's exhaust pipe while the car is running. If the exhaust pipe is blocked it can create a deadly backup of carbon monoxide in the vehicle. Please do not warm vehicles up inside a garage.

HELP YOUR NEIGHBORS

Please assist your neighbors by checking on the elderly or those in need. Help to keep exit doors from homes clear. With the expected wind, snow drift may pile up blocking the means of entrance or exit from a structure. Any elderly or disabled person(s) requiring assistance with snow removal should call the Nutley Police Department at (973) 284-4940.

WARMING CENTERS

If warranted because of a loss of electricity or a heating issue, the Department of Public Affairs will arrange to have a warming center available. Residents who will need to come to the warming center because of a power outage or loss of heat can call the Nutley Police Department at (973) 284-4940.

POWER OUTAGES

In the event of a Power Outage, please notify PSEG directly at 1-800-436-7734. PSEG needs your account number to track outages and locations requiring restoration of power.

If you utilize a portable gasoline or diesel generator, the equipment should be used outside of your home or building and kept at least 20 feet away. These machines pose a fire hazard because of the fuels used to run them. They also can cause a carbon monoxide issue when used inside or too close to structures leading to possible death or serious injury.

MEDICATIONS REQUIRING REFRIGERATION

During a power outage, the Department of Public Affairs will assist residents with refrigeration needs for cold storage of medicines. If you have lost power and need assistance with storing medications, contact the Department of Public Affairs through the Police Department at (973) 284-4940.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Township of Nutley will continue to send updates as the situation warrants. Information will be posted on the Township web site www.nutleynj.org.

Nutley Public School information can be found at www.nutleyschools.org.

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