Blizzard warning issued for parts of NJ

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Some of New Jersey’s most heavily populated areas might get the worst of the snowstorm bearing down on the region.

The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for the northeastern part of the state, including Hudson and Union counties.

The warning is in effect from early Friday to Saturday afternoon.

Up to a foot of snow could fall on some areas. The storm is also expected to pack winds up to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

NJ Transit buses and trains will cross-honor tickets on Friday and Saturday.

The Port Authority is assembling extra staff and equipment to keep airports, bridges and tunnels open.

A winter storm watch is in effect for other areas of the state.