Winter Storm In Jefferson: Morris Co. Among NJ's Snowiest

JEFFERSON, NJ - A major winter storm is tearing through New Jersey and may continue through Tuesday. Here's how it's impacting the area so far. Here's how it's impacting Jefferson so far.

Snowfall

Forecasters projected up to 2 feet of snow in Morris County throughout the storm. Eight inches of snow fell in the county, according to a measurement at 5:30 a.m. Monday. According to the National Weather Service, that's one of New Jersey's highest snowfalls.

Here's the NWS forecast for the area as of 10 a.m. Monday:

• Monday: Snow. The snow could be heavy at times. Areas of blowing snow. High near 32. Breezy, with a northeast wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 9 to 13 inches possible.
• Monday night: Snow. Low around 28. Blustery, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of 4 to 6 inches possible.
• Tuesday: Snow likely. Cloudy, with a high near 34. North wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.
• Tuesday night: A chance of snow showers before 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 25. North wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Outages

So far, so good. Jersey Central Power & Light hasn't reported any active outages as of 11 a.m. Monday in Chatham. But residents can report outages to JCP&L by calling 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877), going online or texting OUT to 544487.

Official remind residents to reserve calling 911 for emergency situations.

Generators can be a lifesaver during power outages, but such devices can also be dangerous if used or installed improperly, officials noted. Never use a portable generator inside the house or a closed garage. Also, do not use gas stoves, kerosene heaters, or other open flame heat sources to keep warm. These sources of heat can cause deadly carbon monoxide gas to build up in your home, officials said.

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