Full Notification

MAJOR WINTER STORM UPDATE
Snow has started to fall throughout the township. Forecasts indicate widespread heavy snow, with totals potentially ranging from 8-16+ inches in Central New Jersey (including Cranbury).

Please stay off of the roadways if possible. Please remove all parked vehicles off of roadways if possible. This will help expidite the snow removal process, make the snow removal process more efficient, and keep all persons and property safe.

PARKING RESTRICTIONS
NO PARKING restrictions along Main Street in Cranbury, from Plainsboro Road to Old Trenton Road has been put into effect by the Middlesex County Department of Transportation. 

• No vehicles may park on this stretch until 4:00 PM Monday.

OTHER REMINDERS FROM YESTERDAY

EXPECTED IMPACTS

• Extremely hazardous road conditions; widespread closures possible.
• Monday travel will be difficult, with plow crews working around the clock.
• Power outages possible due to heavy snow or icing. PSE&G, JCPL, and cable/internet providers are prepared and monitoring.

PREPARATIONS
DPW (Department of Public Works)

• All staff mobilized for roadway clearing.
• Salt and plow vehicles ready.
• NJ DOT and Middlesex County DOT assisting on their respective routes.

Police Department

• Increased staffing on all shifts.
• 24/7 coverage.
• Emergency Operations Center activated.

Fire & EMS

• Cranbury Volunteer Fire Department and Cranbury First Aid Squad on call and ready to assist throughout the storm.

TRAVEL BAN & DRIVING REMINDERS
If a travel ban is issued:

• Nonessential travel may be restricted on select roads.
• Commercial bans often apply to trucks, trailers, RVs, motorcycles, etc., on major highways.
• Essential/emergency personnel are exempt.
• Violations can be enforced under the Emergency Management Act or traffic laws.

New Jersey Law: Vehicle Snow/Ice Removal (Title 39:4-77.1) 
Drivers must make reasonable efforts to remove accumulated snow/ice from exposed surfaces (hood, trunk, windshield, windows, roof, etc.) before driving. Failure to do so can result in fines ($25–$75), and if dislodged material causes injury/damage, higher penalties apply.

Cranbury Sidewalk Snow & Ice Removal (§ 130-39)
Property owners/occupants must clear snow/ice from the full width of the sidewalk abutting their property within 48 hours after the storm ends or ice forms.

• Do not shovel or plow snow from driveways onto streets or public sidewalks (prohibited).
• After warnings, daily fines may apply during ongoing winter events.

COMMUNICATIONS
Stay informed via:

• Nixle alerts (email/text) for storm and roadway updates.
• Township Facebook page for additional notices.

CLOSINGS
Many Monday events, meetings, or locations may be canceled or closed. Check directly with organizers or local listings.

Stay safe, limit travel if possible, and help your neighbors if needed. Thank you for your cooperation!

Instructions:

STAY OFF OF ROADWAYS AND STAY SAFE.