20 inches of snow, blizzard warnings issued for major winter storm. Latest forecast.
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Key Points:
- Blizzard and winter storm warnings have been issued across New Jersey, with statewide snow totals forecasted between 8 to 20 inches and strong wind gusts expected, particularly along the Jersey Shore where snowfall could reach 10 to 20 inches and winds up to 55 mph.
- Blizzard warnings cover Atlantic, Cape May, Monmouth, Ocean, and southeastern Burlington counties starting Sunday morning, with snowfall rates potentially exceeding 2 inches per hour, causing significant snow drifting and hazardous travel conditions.
- Winter storm warnings apply to the rest of the state, with snow accumulations ranging from 8 to 16 inches in northwestern counties and winds gusting between 30 to 45 mph; the heaviest snowfall is expected Sunday evening through Sunday night.
