Bloomfield Digs Out From Blizzard, Cops Seek Snowman Photos

BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Bloomfield continues to dig out from last weekend’s blizzard, which dumped nearly two feet of snow across much of the state.

“The Department of Public Works has crews actively working throughout the night and will continue operations over the next several days as conditions allow,” a weather alert from the township said Monday.

The focus remains on maintaining safe roadways, addressing “priority routes” and responding to conditions as they evolve, officials said.

Road clearing priorities include:

• Main roads and emergency routes
• Public safety facilities and municipal properties
• Residential streets and neighborhoods
• Cul-de-sacs and parking areas last

Crews are digging in for the long haul, officials said.

“Even after precipitation ends, DPW crews will remain deployed for cleanup, widening roadways, addressing problem areas and completing follow-up work town-wide,” the township reported.

Bloomfield residents should expect DPW activity overnight and during daytime hours in the days ahead. Progress may be gradual in some areas due to snowfall volume, narrow streets, parked vehicles and weather conditions, but work will continue until conditions are fully addressed, authorities said.

Meanwhile, Bloomfield property owners are being reminded that they must clear sidewalks, driveways, storm drains and fire hydrants that are adjacent to their property.

Property owners should clear at least three feet of space around fire hydrants, and should not shovel snow back into the street, authorities said.

SNOWMAN PHOTOS

The Bloomfield Police Department is inviting local children to share their snowmen or other snow creations with the public.

Kids can take a photo of their snow art and email it to communitypolicing@bloomfieldnjpd.com – with the possibility of their photo being shared on social media.

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