Manchester Schools Update To Closure Due To Snow

MANCHESTER, NJ — The Manchester Township School District has announced it will be closed on Wednesday because of the weather.

Manchester Schools officials initially announced a delayed opening but made the change after 6 a.m.

"As always, decisions are made to keep the safety of our students and staff as the priority," officials said.

The National Weather Service forecast predicted 4 to 6 inches of snow across most of Ocean County beginning Tuesday afternoon and continuing through 7 a.m. on Wednesday.

The storm delivered and driving conditions were hazardous on Wednesday morning. The Ocean County Sheriff's Office urged drivers to slow down and exercise caution after multiple crashes by 6:30 a.m.