County ready to battle winter storm

For Immediate Release
February 22, 2026

County ready to battle winter storm
Public Works Operations Center monitoring weather

FREEHOLD, NJ - With meteorologists predicting more than two feet of snow, the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners wants residents to know that the County stands prepared and is closely monitoring the anticipated storm.

"We know that a massive storm is coming, but we are ready for it," said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone, liaison to the County's Department of Public Works. "The Public Works Operation Center was activated at 10 a.m. this morning and we have 275 employees in place to operate the 230 trucks and 60 pieces of machinery equipped to address any situations that may arise."

According to the National Weather Service, snow totals are expected to range from 24 to 30 inches. Rain is predicted to turn to snowfall this afternoon and continue through Monday morning. Hazardous conditions are expected, especially this evening, and travelers are urged to proceed with extreme caution.

"While out on the roads, please exercise caution and if you come across plows and emergency response vehicles, make sure to give them room to do their work," said Commissioner Director Arnone. "We estimate that a storm of this magnitude will require more than 10,000 tons of salt to treat roughly 1,000 lane miles of County roads and all County facilities."

"My fellow Commissioners and I are grateful to our first responders and the Department of Public Works for their hard work in preparing for the storm and for their ongoing dedication to keeping our communities safe," added Commissioner Director Arnone.

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