February 22-23, 2026

Think ahead and stay prepared for the expected winter storm!

Keep you and your loved ones safe by following Newark DPW’s winter safety tips.

DO:

• Residents and property owners are responsible for keeping sidewalks safe during and after winter storms.

2. Treat icy areas as appropriate.

3. Clear fire hydrants.

4. Stock up on essentials and fill prescriptions.

5. Check on your neighbors who may need assistance, especially seniors.

DO NOT: 

1. Do NOT travel unless absolutely necessary.

2. Do NOT shovel snow back into the street. 

3. Do NOT block sidewalks or crosswalks with snow.

4. Do NOT leave icy sidewalks and walkways untreated.

5. Do NOT double park or use public space to reserve parking. Do NOT park in areas marked with “No Parking When Road is Snow Covered” signage. Parking rules WILL be enforced.

• Residents may park in public school parking lots. See list of authorized school parking lots below.
  • Central Ward: Camden Street School (281 Camden St.), Bard Early College (321 Bergen St.), American History High School (74 Montgomery St.), Central High School (246 18th Ave.)
  • East Ward: Ann Street School (30 Ann St.), East Ward Elementary (104 Oliver St.), South Street School (44 Hermon St.)
  • North Ward: Elliot Street School (721 Summer Ave.), Park Elementary (120 Manchester Pl.), Rafael Hernandez School (345 Broadway), Barringer High School (90 Parker St.), Technology High School (223 Broadway)
  • South Ward: Belmont Runyon School (1 Belmont Runyon Way), George Washington Carver School (333 Clinton Pl.), Peshine Avenue School (433 Peshine Ave.), Quitman Street School (21 Quitman St.), Weequahic High School (279 Chancellor Ave.)
  • West Ward: Lincoln School (87 Richelieu Terrace), Speedway School (701 South Orange Ave.), 13th Avenue School (359 13th Ave.), Ivy Hill School (107 Ivy St.)

Newark DPW crews are working around the clock to salt and plow streets to keep the city safe. However, we cannot do it alone. To help with snow removal on secondary and tertiary streets, we need the MINUTE MEN.

MINUTE MEN are individuals who can come and assist the needs of the City in a short notice.

Click HERE to sign up if you are interested in becoming a MINUTE MAN for the City of Newark. If you have any questions about the program, call (973) 733-5485.

Stay in the know by checking Newark DPW social media on Instagram or Facebook, our official website, and the official City website.

We encourage all Newark residents to stay warm and safe during the winter storm!