CITY OF NEWARK URGES RESIDENTS TO REPORT SNOW-RELATED ISSUES FOLLOWING RECORD SNOWSTORM AS DPW CREWS CONTINUE

AROUND-THE-CLOCK OPERATIONS

To report problem areas, call 973-733-4311

Newark, NJ – February 24, 2026 – Mayor Ras J. Baraka today urged residents to report snow-related issues to help crews respond as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Residents should call the non-emergency call center at 973-733-4311 to report:

• Streets that have not been plowed
• Abandoned vehicles blocking roadways
• Snow dumped into the street
• Other hazardous snow or ice conditions

“Newark experienced a record and historic snowfall of 27 inches,” said Mayor Baraka. “This storm is a good reminder that Newark is a unified community where people watch out for one another. I’m grateful to see neighbors helping neighbors, and I appreciate the community’s cooperation in contacting 4311 to report areas in our city or problem that need attention.”

The Department of Public Works (DPW) crews are working around the clock to ensure the city’s roads are all clear across all neighborhoods. Reports from residents play a critical role in identifying areas where there are issues and dispatching crews where they are needed the most.

The City also reminds residents and businesses that snow must not be pushed or thrown back into the streets after they have been cleared.

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For more information on the City of Newark, visit our website www.newarknj.gov

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