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The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for northwest New Jersey and the Poconos, including Sussex, Warren, Morris, Hunterdon, Carbon, Monroe, and Northampton counties, effective Sunday (January 19). Heavy snow is expected, with total accumulations ranging from 6 to 10 inches. Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, are likely to become slick and hazardous. The storm may also bring strong winds, which, combined with the weight of snow on tree limbs, could down power lines and cause sporadic power outages. Travel conditions are expected to be very difficult.
The storm is part of a larger weather system affecting much of the eastern United States. Earlier this week, a polar vortex brought ice, snow, and wind to many areas, causing school closures, power outages, and flight cancellations. According to reports, the storm has already caused significant disruptions in other states, including Missouri and Kentucky, where blizzard conditions and freezing rain have been reported.
Residents in the affected areas are advised to prepare for the storm by securing necessary supplies and avoiding travel if possible. The storm is expected to bring challenging conditions, and authorities urge caution.
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