Municipality of Princeton Winter Storm Update #4
❄️ WINTER STORM UPDATE – CONTINUED IMPACTS ❄️
Snow showers are expected to taper off within the next hour or so, however hazardous conditions remain due to strong winds, blowing snow, and ongoing cleanup operations.
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?️ Updated Weather Conditions
Snow showers ending shortly
Strongest winds: Now through approximately 3:00–4:00 PM
NNW winds 10–15 mph, with frequent gusts 25–30 mph
Peak gusts up to 30–35 mph
High temperatures today: Briefly reaching the mid-30s
Overnight lows: Falling into the low to mid-20s
⚠️ Blowing snow and drifting will continue to reduce visibility and impact road conditions.
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? Road Closure
Stockton Street (Route 206) is CLOSED between Lovers Lane and Hutchinson Road due to downed wires.
Please avoid the area.
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? Travel Advisory
While the mandatory travel restriction has officially ended, road crews remain actively working, and blowing snow continues to create hazardous conditions.
? Residents are strongly encouraged to avoid travel if at all possible to allow crews to work safely and efficiently.
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? Warming Centers Available
With cold temperatures and dangerous winter conditions continuing, warming centers are available for anyone in need of a safe, warm place:
Princeton Police Department Lobby – 24-hour access
Regional shelter options available during Code Blue conditions
If you or someone you know needs shelter assistance, please call NJ 2-1-1.
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?♂️ Sidewalk & Ice Removal Reminder
Property owners are reminded that snow and ice must be cleared within 24 hours after the winter weather event has ended:
Clear sidewalks bordering your property
Treat icy areas with sand or similar material if ice cannot be removed
Do not push snow into the roadway
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For additional updates and official information, visit the Princeton Municipal News Flash: https://www.princetonnj.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/706
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as recovery efforts continue. Please remain cautious, limit travel if possible, check on neighbors who may need assistance, and stay safe and warm, Princeton.
Instructions:
Municipality of Princeton Winter Storm Update #4
Address/Location
Princeton NJ Police Department
1 Valley Rd
Princeton, NJ 08542
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 609-921-2100
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP PRINCETON followed by your message, to 888777
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Moderate - Possible threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Immediate - Responsive action SHOULD be taken immediately
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Blizzard Warning
