New Jersey snow totals break local records as blizzard hits Bergen County

The intense snowfall that hit Nova Jersey between February 22 and 23, 2026 left significant accumulations of snow in several regions of the state. Northern Áreas, especially in Bergen County, recorded more than 30 inches (about 76 cm) of precipitation, with strong winds that created blizzard conditions. Autoridades declared an emergency in multiple municipalities and banned non-essential travel to ensure the safety of the population. National Weather Service monitored the totals, which varied by location, with the peak at Lyndhurst, in Bergen County.

The storm caused widespread transportation disruptions, with flight cancellations, NJ Transit outages, and roads blocked by accumulated snow and reduced visibility. Milhares of homes and commercial establishments were left without electricity due to fallen branches and lines affected by the winds. Equipes emergency services worked to restore essential services, while residents began removing snow from sidewalks and roads.

Snow totals by county

Several locations in the north of Nova Jersey surpassed local historical marks. Bergen County concentrated the largest volumes, with measurements close to or above 30 inches in multiple points.

Lyndhurst recorded 30.7 inches, followed by Carlstadt with 30.2 inches. Outras nearby cities, such as Leonia (29.7 inches) and Bogota (29.5 inches), also accumulated significant amounts.

In Essex County, the Newark airport scored 27.2 inches, while Orange reached 26 inches. Áreas like Montclair and Glen Ridge were around 19 inches.

Impacts on transport and services

Travel bans were in effect across the state during the height of the blizzard, with winds that reduced visibility to near zero in many stretches. NJ Transit suspended trains, buses and light rail, affecting thousands of passengers.

Regional airports faced mass cancellations, and major highways such as parts of I-95 saw snow-related traffic congestion and accidents. Autoridades advised the population to remain at home until conditions improve.

Regional variations in accumulation

The south of Nova Jersey had lower totals compared to the north. In Atlantic County, Mays Landing accumulated 19 inches, while Atlantic City recorded about 14 inches.

Burlington County saw Columbus at 20.5 inches and Mount Holly at 20.3 inches. Camden and Cape May had volumes between 12 and 18 inches in most locations.

Recovery in progress

Residents of towns such as Hoboken in Hudson County, with 20.5 inches, and Freehold, with totals approaching 24 inches in nearby reports, began cleanup efforts. Equipes Municipalities prioritized main roads to gradually release traffic.

Forecasts indicate that the snow stopped in much of the state at the end of the 23rd, allowing removal to progress. Algumas areas continue to be monitored for possible residual impacts, such as ice on surfaces.

Weather conditions during blizzard

Strong winds accompanied heavy snowfall, creating whiteouts in coastal and northern interior regions. Taxas of accumulation reached 2 inches per hour in peaks, quickly worsening the situation.

The event was classified as a blizzard due to the combination of intense snow, sustained winds and visibility below 400 meters for prolonged periods. Dados preliminary National Weather Service confirms severity in multiple counties.

Comparison with previous events

Some totals in Bergen County surpassed older local records, such as those from 1947 in certain locations. The distribution of snow varied, with more intense bands in the northeast of the state.

The total accumulated volume places the event among the most significant recently for the region, with broad impacts on infrastructure and daily routine.