A winter storm is bringing heavy snow and strong winds to New Jersey, with early snowfall totals hitting 8 to 9 inches. The state is under a blizzard warning for the first time in 30 years, prompting Governor Mikie Sherrill to declare a state of emergency and issue a mandatory travel ban. NJ Transit has suspended all rail services as conditions worsen, and many schools have announced closures. Meteorologists predict the storm could dump up to 30 inches of snow in some areas, leading to treacherous conditions on the roads. With near-zero visibility reported and multiple accidents, officials continue to urge residents to stay off the roads.