29 October 2011

State of Emergency Declared for NJ

State of Emergency Declared for NJ

Gov. Chris Christie has declared a statewide state of emergency in New Jersey as a strong nor'easter continues to batter the state with snow, heavy rains and strong winds.

The governor is also among more than 500,000 utility customers who have no power.

Also affected are two northern New Jersey hospitals that have been operating on generators since early Saturday afternoon.

Northern Jersey has been the hardest hit area, with more than 4 inches of snow reported in some spots. And forecasters say the area could see up to a foot of snow by late Saturday night, with 2 to 6 inches expected in central Jersey.

       

 

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