State Of Emergency: Hurricane Erin Batters NJ Shore With 14-Foot Waves, Peak Flooding Tonight State Of Emergency: Hurricane Erin Batters NJ Shore With 14-Foot Waves, Peak Flooding Tonight
State Of Emergency: Hurricane Erin Batters NJ Shore With 14-Foot Waves, Peak Flooding Tonight New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has declared a State of Emergency ahead of Hurricane Erin, warning residents about dangerous conditions along the Shore Thursday, Aug. 21. The State of Emergency went into effect at 2 p.m. "in preparation for Hurricane Erin,” Murphy said. “Life-threatening rip currents will be present at all ocean beaches across the state. Absolutely no one should be in the water today or tomorrow.” As of 2 p.m., Hurricane Erin was moving farther away from the Mid-Atlantic coast, according to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly. Wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph were reported al…
Swimming Banned At These NJ Beaches As Hurricane Erin Approaches Swimming Banned At These NJ Beaches As Hurricane Erin Approaches
Swimming Banned At These NJ Beaches As Hurricane Erin Approaches Hurricane Erin is churning up the Atlantic, prompting dangerous surf conditions and widespread swimming restrictions at New Jersey beaches this week. Hurricane Erin's projected path. National Weather Service The National Weather Service said Tuesday, Aug. 19, that breaking waves will significantly increase along the Jersey Shore through Thursday, with life-threatening rip currents and swells of 6 to 11 feet expected.  “Life threatening rip currents are likely. The surf zone is dangerous for all levels of swimmers. Stay out of the water,” the agency warned. A High Rip Current R…
Code Orange Air Quality Alert Issued Across NJ As Heat, Humidity Build Code Orange Air Quality Alert Issued Across NJ As Heat, Humidity Build
Code Orange Air Quality Alert Issued Across NJ As Heat, Humidity Build The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for 12 counties across New Jersey until 11 p.m. Monday, Aug. 11. The alert covers Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, and Union counties, as well as Sussex, Warren, Morris, Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex, and Mercer counties. Check your town's air quality here. A Code Orange day means ground-level ozone in the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards, especially for sensitive groups such as children, older adults, and people with heart or lung conditions. Residents are advised to lim…
Power Outage Hits Hundreds In North Plainfield Amid Heavy Downpours Power Outage Hits Hundreds In North Plainfield Amid Heavy Downpours
Power Outage Hits Hundreds In North Plainfield Amid Heavy Downpours Torrential downpours and flash flooding triggered widespread power outages and traffic disruptions across New Jersey on Thursday, July 31. As of 9 p.m., more than 10,000 residents were without power. PSE&G reported: 2,812 outages in Middlesex County, including 2,680 in Woodbridge 883 outages in Somerset County, mostly in North Plainfield JCP&L reported more than 7,000 outages in Ocean County, including: 5,129 in Manchester 995 in Ocean Gate 586 in Berkeley Township Utility crews were working through the night to restore power as the storms continued into the evening. As of 8:50…
NJ Declares State Of Emergency As Flash Flood, Thunderstorm Threats Slam 21 Counties NJ Declares State Of Emergency As Flash Flood, Thunderstorm Threats Slam 21 Counties
NJ Declares State Of Emergency As Flash Flood, Thunderstorm Threats Slam 21 Counties New Jersey is under a State of Emergency as flash floods and severe thunderstorms threaten all 21 counties Thursday, July 31. Officials are warning residents to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary. Acting Governor Tahesha Way announced the order would take effect at 2 p.m., ahead of forecasted intense downpours, damaging wind gusts, and potential flash flooding. Rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected, with up to 7 inches possible in some areas. Rain may fall at rates exceeding 2 inches per hour, forecasters say. Flood watch Thursday, July 13. National Weather Ser…
Extreme Heat Warning: Parts Of North Jersey Could Feel Like 108 On Friday Extreme Heat Warning: Parts Of North Jersey Could Feel Like 108 On Friday
Extreme Heat Warning: Parts Of North Jersey Could Feel Like 108 On Friday North Jersey is facing dangerously high temperatures on Friday, July 25, with heat index values expected to climb as high as 108 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Most of New Jersey is under an Extreme Heat Warning or Heat Advisory with "feels-like" temperatures expected to top 108 degrees.  National Weather Service Here's a breakdown by region: An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. for: Mercer Middlesex Somerset Camden Gloucester Northwestern Burlington A second warning — issued by the NWS New York office — is in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.…
Flood Watch, Heat Advisory Issued For NJ As State Recovers From Deadly Storms Flood Watch, Heat Advisory Issued For NJ As State Recovers From Deadly Storms
Flood Watch, Heat Advisory Issued For NJ As State Recovers From Deadly Storms Just one day after a fast-moving storm swept through New Jersey, causing dramatic rescues, a home explosion, and multiple deaths, officials have issued both a Flood Watch and Heat Advisory for the region. The Flood Watch, issued by the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, warns that flash flooding is possible in seven New Jersey counties from Wednesday afternoon, July 16, through late Wednesday night. The counties include Sussex, Warren, Morris, Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex, and Mercer, affecting cities such as New Brunswick, Morristown, Newton, Flemington, Trenton, and Somerville, of…
Watchung Walloped With 6.5 Inches Of Rain: See The Town-By-Town Totals Watchung Walloped With 6.5 Inches Of Rain: See The Town-By-Town Totals
Watchung Walloped With 6.5 Inches Of Rain: See The Town-By-Town Totals Overnight storms slammed North and Central Jersey with up to 7 inches of rain, flooding roads, trapping cars, and shutting down major highways by Tuesday, July 15, according to the National Weather Service and emergency alerts. The storm left two people dead in Plainfield, where waters rose quickly, leaving residents trapped in vehicles. The heaviest rainfall came from Oakland (Bergen County), where 7 inches were recorded, followed closely by: Plainfield (Union County): 6.59 inches Mountainside (Union County): 6.35 inches Watchung (Somerset County): 6.51 inches Edison Twp (Middlesex Count…
State Of Emergency Declared: Cars Submerged, Hundreds Without Power As Storms Sweep Through NJ State Of Emergency Declared: Cars Submerged, Hundreds Without Power As Storms Sweep Through NJ
State Of Emergency Declared: Cars Submerged, Hundreds Without Power As Storms Sweep Through NJ New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency Monday evening, July 14, as storms swept through the state. At 8:45 p.m., NJ Transit announced major impacts across multiple rail lines due to weather-related conditions.  Severe flooding left cars underwater with drivers stranded, and thousands without power. Some of those areas include Route 22 in Scotch Plains, local streets in Cranford, Edgewater, and Teaneck, Route 287, and Route 78. Our crews were on the scene in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, where they witnessed a dramatic water rescue unfold.A flash flood warning i…
Flash Flood Watch In Effect Across NJ, PA As Storms Threaten Roads, Power: NWS Flash Flood Watch In Effect Across NJ, PA As Storms Threaten Roads, Power: NWS
Flash Flood Watch In Effect Across NJ, PA As Storms Threaten Roads, Power: NWS A powerful round of thunderstorms is expected to hit New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania beginning Monday afternoon, July 14, with the National Weather Service warning of flash flooding, possible power outages, and dangerous driving conditions. The NWS in Mount Holly issued a Flood Watch that remains in effect through 2 a.m. Tuesday for large parts of the region. Some areas could see rainfall rates exceeding two inches per hour, with total accumulation of up to five inches in spots. Another round of storms is likely Tuesday afternoon, adding to the risk. According to forecasters, the greate…
Tornado Watch Issued In Ocean County; Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For All 21 NJ Counties Tornado Watch Issued In Ocean County; Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For All 21 NJ Counties
Tornado Watch Issued In Ocean County; Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For All 21 NJ Counties A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for all 21 counties through 9 p.m., with forecasters warning of damaging wind gusts and heavy downpours. Flash Flood and Heat Advisories also remain in place as of Tuesday afternoon, the National Weather Service said. In Ocean County, a Tornado Warning was issued just before 6:30 p.m. and remains in effect until 7:15 p.m. Tuesday. Radar indicated potential tornadic activity over areas including Lakewood, Cassville, Pine Lake Park, Leisure Village, New Egypt, and Hornerstown. As of 7 p.m., more than 6,800 customers were without power. According to JCP…
Tropical Chantal’s Remnants To Slam NJ With Flash Floods, Scorching Heat: Here's Timing Tropical Chantal’s Remnants To Slam NJ With Flash Floods, Scorching Heat: Here's Timing
Tropical Chantal’s Remnants To Slam NJ With Flash Floods, Scorching Heat: Here's Timing New Jersey is bracing for multiple rounds of dangerous weather as the remnants of Tropical Cyclone Chantal sweep through the region this week, the National Weather Service (NWS) warned Monday, July 7. A Flood Watch is in effect for much of the state from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday. Forecasters say locally heavy rain from scattered storms could dump 2 to 5 inches in some areas, especially in central and southern New Jersey. At 3 p.m., the NWS Mount Holly said storms have already started to develop across the region. “Scattered showers and thunderstorms developing today will be capable of pro…