Snow Updates In Bridgewater: Virtual School, Snow Totals

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Snow and sleet fell on Bridgewater creating an icy commute Friday morning.

The Bridgewater Police Department is reporting some car crashes and disabled cars on the roadways.

"This requires our officers to be placed in an unsafe condition that can easily be prevented by limiting travel. If you must travel, please use caution," according to the township.

Additionally, the Bridgewater Public Works is out plowing and trying to keep ahead of this recent snowstorm.

"These hard-working employees will be out through the day and night, keeping our roads plowed and treated while spending time away from their families to keep our families safe. They are not magicians, so give them time to clear the roadways of snow," said the township.

Residents are reminded not to push snow into the roadway from their businesses or driveways as it can create unsafe conditions for drivers.

Residents are also asked to clear sidewalks, especially those around schools that have children that use them to walk to school when it is open. Uncleaned sidewalks force pedestrians to walk in the street.

Snow Totals

Here are the latest snow totals in Somerset County, according to the National Weather Service:

• Basking Ridge - 4.0 in
• Bridgewater - 4 in
• Branchburg Twp - 3.8 in
• Hillsborough - 3.5 in
• Warren - 3.5 in
• Manville - 3.5 in
• Somerville -3.1 in

School Closures

Due to icy conditions and a forecast for more snow overnight through Friday, all Bridgewater-Raritan Schools will have a virtual-only day on Friday, February 19, 2021. The district will be open for virtual instruction only and all staff and students should work from home.

Kohler Waste Management

"We have been out trying to make pick ups this morning, but the roads have become to slippery for our trucks. We are forced to call them back at this hour. Apologies for any inconvenience, but the safety of our crews is our first concern."

All Monday and Thursday Pick-Ups will begin again on Monday and all Tuesday and Friday Pick-Ups will begin again on Tuesday, Feb. 23.

Here is the forecast:

Friday: Snow and sleet before 4 p.m., then rain likely, possibly mixed with snow. High near 33. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. New snow and sleet accumulation of around an inch possible.

Friday Night: A chance of snow, mainly before 7 p.m. Cloudy, then gradually becoming partly cloudy, with a low around 23. Light northwest wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 30 percent. New snow accumulation of less than a half-inch possible.

Saturday: A slight chance of snow showers after 1 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 35. Northwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent.

Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 16.

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