Newton Emergency Management

02/22/2026

02/21/2026

Newton NJ: via US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly https://www.weather.gov/phi/

Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued February 21 at 3:27AM EST until February 23 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and
16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and northwest New Jersey.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Sunday to 6 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening
commutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates could exceed 2 inches per
hour. Locally higher snowfall amounts possible. Blowing and
drifting of snow, and whiteout conditions possible.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
http://www.weather.gov

02/17/2026

BOIL WATER ADVISORY
BOIL YOUR WATER BEFORE USING
FOR CUSTOMERS OF NEWTON WATER UTILITY – PWSID
NEWTON WATER UTILITY is providing notification that a water main break has occurred on
2/17/2026 at the water service main on Birch Drive in the Town of Newton which has caused customers
to experience a significant loss of pressure. A potential or actual threat to the quality of water being
provided to you currently exists. As a precaution, we are implementing a limited Boil Water Advisory
until testing of the water supply is deemed satisfactory. Affected areas are Linmor Avenue/Dogwood
Drive to Layne Place, Linmor Avenue/Birch Drive to Layne Place, and Layne Place.
Please note that the water service main is currently under repair.
What should I do? What does this mean?
Effective immediately and until further notice, Town of Newton water customers are instructed to bring
tap water to a rolling boil for one minute and allow the tap water to cool before using, or use bottled
water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking; preparing foods; mixing baby formula, food,
juices or drinks; washing vegetables and fruit; cooking; making ice; brushing teeth; and washing dishes
until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
The following measures are also recommended:
• Throw away uncooked food or beverages or ice cubes made with tap water during the day of the
advisory;
• Keep boiled water in the refrigerator for drinking;
• Do not swallow water while showering or bathing;
• Rinse hand-washed dishes with a diluted bleach solution (one tablespoon of household bleach per
gallon of tap water) or clean your dishes in a dishwasher using the hot wash cycle and dry cycle;
• Do not use home filtering devices in place of boiling or using bottled water; most home water
filters will not provide adequate protection from microorganisms;
• Use only boiled water to treat minor injuries;
• Provide pets with drinking water that has been boiled (and cooled).
Please continue to boil your water or use bottled water until you are notified that the water quality is
satisfactory. This advisory will remain in effect until testing shows the water quality to be safe.
Thank you for your patience. If customers have any questions, please contact:
Michael Awertschenko, Newton Licensed Water Operator at (973)726-6080
You may also view our web site at www.newtontownhall.com for further updates.

02/06/2026

Newton NJ: via US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly https://www.weather.gov/phi/

Extreme Cold Warning
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 6 at 1:34AM EST until February 8 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning,
dangerously cold wind chills as low as 21 below expected.

* WHERE...In New Jersey, Morris, Sussex, and Warren Counties. In
Pennsylvania, Berks, Lehigh, and Northampton Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 8 AM to 9 PM EST Saturday. For
the Extreme Cold Warning, from 3 PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The
dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
http://www.weather.gov

01/24/2026

⚠️❄️🧊 The forecast for Sunday's winter storm has been updated. Snowfall amounts have trended down slightly, but ice amounts have trended up slightly for some areas. Regardless of exactly how much snow falls, our message is the same: Significant impacts are expected for our entire area!

Snow will begin after midnight late Saturday night into early Sunday morning. The peak of the storm and heaviest precip will occur during the daytime Sunday into Sunday evening, then wind down into Monday morning. A Winter Storm Warning is now in effect for our entire region. Very cold conditions expected through next weekend.

Updated briefing here:https://www.weather.gov/media/phi/current_briefing.pdf

01/23/2026

Newton NJ: via US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly https://www.weather.gov/phi/

Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 12:38PM EST until January 26 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 12
and 18 inches and ice accumulations around a light glaze.

* WHERE...Portions of northern New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 1 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may
down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel
could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Monday morning commute.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
http://www.weather.gov

01/22/2026

🚨 Winter Storm & Extreme Cold Alert - Sunday 🚨

Newton residents - we are closely monitoring a high-confidence winter storm expected to impact our area this weekend.

🌨 What to Expect:
• Snow begins late Saturday night into early Sunday
• Heavy snow throughout Sunday, with intense snowfall rates
• Potential for 6"+ of snow, with the possibility of 12" or more
• Bitter cold before and after the storm
• Wind chills near -10° at times
• Some melting and refreezing may cause icy conditions

🧊 Key Hazards:
• Very high snow impact on Sunday
• Extreme cold heading into the weekend
• Refreeze and icy spots, especially overnight

🚗 What You Can Do Now:
✔️ Avoid unnecessary travel during the storm
✔️ Prepare vehicles and emergency kits
✔️ Check on elderly neighbors and those who may need assistance
✔️ DO NOT PARK ON THE ROADWAYS OR PUBLIC LOTS
✔️ Follow official updates from Newton OEM and local agencies

12/25/2025

Newton NJ: via US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly https://www.weather.gov/phi/

Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued December 25 at 1:14PM EST until December 27 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations
between 5 and 8 inches.

* WHERE...Morris and Sussex Counties.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 10 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Friday evening commute.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
http://www.weather.gov

12/19/2025

Newton NJ: via US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly https://www.weather.gov/phi/

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued December 19 at 2:41PM EST until December 19 at 3:45PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
SVRPHI

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Morris County in northern New Jersey...
Hunterdon County in northwestern New Jersey...
Sussex County in northwestern New Jersey...
Warren County in northwestern New Jersey...
Northern Somerset County in northern New Jersey...
East central Lehigh County in eastern Pennsylvania...
East central Carbon County in northeastern Pennsylvania...
Northwestern Bucks County in southeastern Pennsylvania...
Monroe County in northeastern Pennsylvania...
Northampton County in eastern Pennsylvania...

* Until 345 PM EST.

* At 241 PM EST, showers with damaging winds were located along a
line extending from near Blakeslee to near Quakertown, moving
northeast at 50 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Trained weather spotters.

IMPACT...Damage to roofs, siding, trees, and power lines is
possible.

* Locations impacted include...
Allentown, Easton, Morristown, Somerville, Newton, Montague, Mount
Pocono, Bethlehem, Bridgewater, Dover, Madison, Hopatcong, Forks,
Florham Park, East Hanover, Lincoln Park, Kinnelon, East
Stroudsburg, Hackettstown, and Quakertown.
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

These showers with damaging winds contain little or no lightning. Do
not wait until you hear thunder before taking cover.
http://www.weather.gov

12/02/2025

NEWTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED TOMORROW DECEMBER 2.

09/15/2025

Public Advisory
Amerigas will be conducting scheduled maintenance on equipment near the intersection of Diller Avenue and Sparta Avenue. This work involves a controlled burnoff procedure, which may produce visible large flames in the area.

Please be assured that trained personnel are on site to safely oversee the process. There is no cause for alarm.

Thank you for your understanding.

08/22/2025

Newton NJ: Phone Lines are back up and operational. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.