New Jersey residents may encounter dangerous weather later today when a line of powerful thunderstorms moves over the state Wednesday afternoon and evening. As the region’s warm weather pattern abruptly ends, experts expect storms to bring catastrophic wind gusts, hail, and potentially a tornado. National Weather Service meteorologists said exceptionally warm temperatures will prepare for…
Deaths have persisted in New Jersey due to harsh winter weather. State health officials reported 40 deaths from tough winter circumstances in 2026. The total includes severe cold, snow, ice, and related deaths from January 24 to March 3. According to the New Jersey Department of Health, the total rose five from earlier in the…
New Jersey forecasters expect an overcast and foggy morning on Saturday, with thunderstorms possible later tonight before the weather improves on Sunday. Forecasters expect calmer sky and milder temperatures over the weekend after a stormy start. Several counties in the state have morning dense fog advisories from the National Weather Service. Atlantic, Cape May, Monmouth,…
After a strong February blizzard damaged a popular Ocean County animal refuge, it is recovering. After a tough winter, the storm wreaked havoc on the shelter’s finances and operations. Popcorn Park Animal Refuge in Lacey Township said the winter storm extensively damaged its grounds. The refuge stated that the blizzard damaged animal habitats, fences, shelters,…
New Jersey residents can expect a brief winter storm Tuesday morning. After that, the temperature will drop dramatically, possibly reaching 70 degrees by the weekend. Rain will arrive after midnight on Monday, according to the National Weather Service. It will start as light snow, then freezing rain, then rain. On Tuesday morning, forecasters predict a…
Teaneck is concerned after significant parts of local roadways went unplowed for hours during a major snowfall that blanketed North Jersey beneath over two feet of snow. This week, Teaneck Mayor Mark Schwartz said municipal officials “failed our residents” when entire neighborhoods were inaccessible after the snow stopped falling. Storms in Bergen County on Monday…
This week, a powerful two-day winter storm dumped heavy snow, caused strong winds, closed schools, delayed public transportation, and left thousands without power in New Jersey. Many residents considered the storm historic. Snow-covered automobiles lined neighborhood streets, plows worked 24/7, and daily routines were disturbed statewide. The storm was intense and vast, but New Jersey’s…
A large pine tree fell on a Mercer County couple’s home during one of the worst blizzards in decades. As Danielle and Chris Pinelli slept late Sunday night, the top half of a giant white pine in their backyard split off, sending heavy branches inside their house. One branch broke through the roof and ceiling…
New Jersey has had snow, cold temperatures, and bitter winds this winter, as well as a flood of weather opinions. Facebook posts projecting snowfall totals and Instagram and X viral images seem to have made everyone a weather guru. This expanding wave of amateur forecasting is making a terrible season even more confusing and frustrating,…
New Jersey is finally getting respite after a strong winter storm dumped two feet of snow on portions of the state Sunday and Monday. The hardest precipitation has ended, but cold air, gusting winds, and blowing snow are still hitting several communities, and forecasts predict another system might bring more snow this week. The National…
