Another Winter Storm In Newark: Flood-Prone Streets, No Parking

NEWARK, NJ — Newark city officials have issued another storm warning for local residents, less than a week after a major winter storm dumped more than a foot of snow across the city.

Weather forecasters are saying anywhere from 4 to 8 inches may fall across Essex County on Sunday. Read More: Hour-By-Hour Snow Impact In Essex County (What To Expect)

Newark, which was hit hard by the storm last week, should prepare to buckle down for more, city officials said Saturday.

Possible issues include flooding, which has been an issue during storms in Newark in recent years. Click here for a list of streets to avoid due to flooding.

Newark residents are also being asked to observe the city’s “No Parking on Snow Covered Roads” regulations due to the expected snowfall. Signs have been posted on streets throughout the City of Newark to notify motorists of the streets designated for no parking during snowstorms. Motorist and residents are urged to look for the sign pictured below to identify the streets where the parking ban will be enforced.

“Violators can expect to be issued a summons and towed,” officials said. “These regulations are essential to the removal/plowing of snow and salting operations and to allow emergency vehicles to pass. Whenever possible, off-street parking is recommended during snowstorms. That may mean partnering with a neighbor to use their driveway.”

Click here for a list of streets designated for No Parking.

“All residents are reminded that tossing snow into the street is against the law, and violators will be fined,” officials said.

Newark city officials added:

“The Department of Public Safety is coordinating responses to burglar alarms, flooding conditions and other weather-related incidents through the combined use of Police, Fire and Office of Emergency Management Personnel. Special attention should be given to unsecured outdoor furniture, awnings, refuse and building materials. For fire safety, please utilize flashlights, instead of candles, should you lose electricity due to this weather event.”

Newark residents should call 973-733-6000 for non-emergency weather related matters, and dial 911 for emergencies.

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