Southbound Lanes Of Brigantine Bridge Reopened

BRIGANTINE, NJ - Although the southbound lanes of the Brigantine Bridge have been reopened, police are reminding motorists that the travel ban for non-essential drivers is still in place.

"We have reopened the lanes to leave the island," Brigantine police said in a statement. "The intersection of Huron/Brigantine Blvd are very deep with snow with many vehicles stuck. Also, there are still vehicles stranded on Huron itself."

The travel ban remains in place for non-essential personnel.

Both Gov. Chris Christie and the Atlantic County Office of Emergency Management declared a state of emergency earlier this morning.

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