Pennacchio to governor: stop blaming meteorologists, ‘you own this’

State Sen. Joe Pennacchio (R-Montville) says that Gov. Phil Murphy should stop blaming meteorologists for yesterday’s snowstorm and take responsibility himself.

“People have the right to expect their roads to be salted and plowed. This storm was not a surprise, but the State’s epic failed response was,” Pennacchio said. “New Jersey citizens’ lives were profoundly disrupted. Families were separated for hours. First responders were stifled and put at risk.”

“Governor, don’t blame it on the meteorologists, or the poor guy driving the salt or plow truck. You own this one,” Pennacchio said.

The Morris County Republican said that Murphy should have “a little less concern for marijuana and sanctuary cities and spend more time “fixing pot holes and keeping our streets clean and safe.”