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Califon, NJ 07830  
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Departments • OEM • Office of Emergency Management

New Regulations in the Uniform Fire Code

The State of New Jersey has adopted new regulations in the Uniform Fire Code which took effect April 15, 2024. The second code change will take place October 15, 2024 when we replace the 2015 International Fire Code (New Jersey Edition) with the 2018 International Fire Code (New Jersey Edition). The third code change is

April 30, 2024

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Council • OEM • Office of Emergency Management

Storm Update

Due to the storm’s impact on roadways and electric lines, plan for extended power outages up to several days. JCP&L cannot provide restoration estimates at this time. Academy Street is closed due to fallen trees on power lines. Do not move roadway barriers. ShopRite of Clinton has water and ice for JCP&L customers. Bring your

March 3, 2018

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News • OEM

Road Conditions

At this time (Sunday January 24, 2016 at 16:16 HRS) all local and county roads should have been plowed. Travel is still exceedingly hazardous. If you do decide to travel, please use extra ordinary caution.

January 24, 2016

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News • OEM • Office of Emergency Management

Roads Impassible

The Califon Office of Emergency Management announces that 100% of the roads in Califon are impassible. Residents are urged to stay off the roads until further notice. Deep snow and limited visibility make any travel extremely hazardous. Department of Public Works and the County Road Department have not been able to address snow removal for

January 23, 2016

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News • OEM • Office of Emergency Management

Anticipated Snow Accumulations

The National Weather Service has updated the anticipated snow accumulation totals. The star indicates the location of Califon. Hunterdon County is under a Blizzard Warning. The Governor has declared a state of emergency, and all residents are urged to stay off the roads.

January 23, 2016

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News • OEM

State of Emergency

Governor Chris Christie has declared a State of Emergency in New Jersey, authorizing the State Director of Emergency Management to activate and coordinate the preparation, response and recovery efforts for the current storm, with all county and municipal emergency operations and governmental agencies. Residents are asked to stay off the roads except for

January 23, 2016

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OEM • Office of Emergency Management

Storm Preparations

With the projected storm this week end, it may be safe to say although snow accumulation is a concern, the biggest concern is heavy snow combined with high winds. Please prepare for power outages and have an emergency plan in place. Please check on elderly neighbors. If you gave any concerns regarding the storm or

January 22, 2016

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