Winter Weather Advisory Issued In Morris County Until Friday

MORRISTOWN, NJ — The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather outlook for the municipality and through parts of Morris County. The watch is in effect between Thursday and Friday night.

The forecast is calling for rain and icy temperatures over the next few days.

According to the National Weather Service, winds could gust as high as 45 mph on Friday, with rainfall amounts estimated to be between 1 and 2 inches. Snow is also possible on Friday afternoon, according to forecasters.

The Morristown Police Department is asking all residents to continue to monitor the local forecast and report any power outages to JCP&L.

According to the National Weather Service, isolated incidents of wind-related tree damage and power outages may occur on Friday.

Here are some tips on how to keep homes safe and cope with extreme winter weather:

• Stay indoors as much as possible.
• Check all windows and doors for drafts.
• Do not leave space heaters unattended.
• Do not use generators indoors.
• Have a “kid-free zone” around open fires and space heaters.
• Never use your oven to warm up your home.

The Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance can help with temporary shelter assistance, warming center assistance, rental assistance and utility assistance.

During business hours, many public libraries, shopping malls and senior centers serve as warming centers. These locations are intended to serve as temporary locations for a person to warm up, not as a shelter.

Additional after-hours and overnight warming centers will be listed for public viewing here.