TRENTON, N.J. (AP) - Mother Nature is about to give New Jersey a winter wallop.
Forecasters say a winter storm will drop several inches of snow across the state Thursday. The precipitation likely will start as rain or a wintry mix, and then switch over to snow during the mid-morning hours.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for most of the state.
Up to a foot of snow is possible in northern counties, while coastal areas could see 4 to 8 inches. Southern Jersey could get 2 to 4 inches.
The state has authorized the closing of state offices Thursday for all non-essential employees due to the storm. Essential employees should report to work on their regular schedule.
Several schools already have canceled classes for the day.
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