Full Notification

The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management under the Division of the New Jersey State Police have issued a mandatory travel restriction beginning 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2026, and ending 7:00 a.m. on Monday, February 23, 2026, in response to a major winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, blizzard conditions, and strong winds across the state.

Travel Restriction Details:

• All non-exempt vehicles are prohibited from operating on state, county, municipal, and interstate roadways during this period.
• The New Jersey Turnpike is exempt from this restriction.
• Violators may face penalties under state law.

Exemptions:

The travel restriction does not apply to:

• Emergency and public safety vehicles and personnel
• Public works and snow removal crews
• Public transportation vehicles and personnel
• Government officials conducting official business
• Utility company vehicles and personnel
• Healthcare workers and urgent medical travel
• Personnel supporting emergency shelter operations and human services facilities
• Delivery of critical medical supplies and services to healthcare facilities
• News media

• Private snow removal contractors

• Patients seeking urgent critical care and their escorts
• Travel necessary to maintain critical infrastructure and essential services, including energy, fuel, food, pharmacies, and hardware stores
• Personnel supporting airline and airport operations

Please follow this directive as it is intended to safeguard lives and allow emergency and utility crews to clear roads and restore essential services as quickly as possible.

Instructions:

Please stay off of roadways during directive stated hours