Snow Day: Fair Lawn, Saddle Brook Schools Closed Friday

FAIR LAWN, NJ — Officials in Fair Lawn and Saddle Brook public school districts have closed schools on Friday amid snowy conditions, which could create problems during the Friday morning commute.

Saddle Brook officials announced that after school activities and athletics will also be canceled.

Forecasters predict 3-5 in. of snowfall in North Jersey starting Thursday night and continuing into Friday morning. The snow predicted for Friday morning is likely to cause the most problems, NWS officials said.

"Treacherous roadway conditions are likely, especially early," the NWS said, signaling potential trouble for morning commuters.

Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency on Thursday, which goes into effect at 10 p.m.
Murphy recommended that anyone who can work remotely or start later in the day should do so.

Forecasters expect the brunt of the storm to occur between 1-7 a.m. Friday, with the highest snowfall totals projected for portions of South and Central Jersey.