Hackensack, NJ
Weather
Nor'easter: Sleet, Freezing Rain Combo – Not Snow – Will Be The Problem In North Jersey
A combination of sleet and freezing rain could cause serious trouble when a hit-and-run Nor'easter clips North Jersey on Thursday, the area's local weather expert says. Rush-hour driving will get treacherous in some areas late Thursday afternoon into the evening, said meteorologist Joe Cioffi. So motorists need to stay alert and build in extra time getting to their destinations, he said. “This is especially true since the last time anyone drove in winter precipitation was back in March,” Cioffi said. “So everyone will likely be a bit rusty.” Be sure to have your ice scraper handy – and dr…
Hackensack, NJ
Weather
'Thundersnow Blizzard' Imperils North Jersey Driving, Deep Freeze Next
Although Thursday morning's "thundersnow blizzard" was heaviest in south and central Jersey -- particularly along the coast -- high winds made for potentially perilous driving. The George Washington Bridge had a 35 mile-an-hour speed restriction, and the south walkway was closed, as winds gusted to more than 50 miles an hour -- reducing visibility to near zero. The Lincoln Tunnel's bus lane was closed, as well. It was 45 mph for the New Jersey Turnpike between Exit 7A and the GWB. The Garden State Parkway was also 45 mph all the way down from the northern tip to the PNC Bank …
