A winter weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 12:21 p.m. valid from Tuesday 7 a.m. until Wednesday 1 a.m. for Essex County.

The weather service says to expect, "Total snow accumulations between 3 and 7 inches."

"Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions will impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes," states the weather service. "Slow down and use caution while traveling."

Winter driving essentials: Recommendations from the weather service for safe journeys

Winter weather can make driving treacherous, leading to over 6,000 weather-related vehicle fatalities and over 480,000 injuries each year. When traveling during snow or freezing rain, prioritize safety by slowing down. In near-freezing temperatures, it's safest to assume tha

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