Mid-Week Storm to Bring Wind, Rain and Coastal Risks to New Jersey

A nor’easter will hit New Jersey midweek, causing heavy rain, severe winds, and shoreline damage. Low pressure could bring nasty weather Wednesday night and Thursday. Friday and Saturday may be windy. Recent NWS forecasts indicate favorable conditions for a Jersey State coastal event, despite the storm’s unknown course and force. NWS predicts rain and stronger…

Read More

Late-October Foliage Peaks in New Jersey’s Northern and Southeastern Counties

Many New Jersey leaves change at their peak in October. The latest seasonal update illuminates northern New Jersey and the southeast with spectacular fall foliage. This week’s inspection found 11 counties’ tree canopy fully red, orange, and yellow. Leaf change has advanced in peak-color counties, providing the best view. Locals and tourists view colorful hills…

Read More

Jersey Shore Beaches Face Major Damage After Powerful Nor’easter Storm

Last week’s strong nor’easter damaged Jersey Shore beaches, especially in the south. Flooding, heavy rain, and 50-mph ocean winds cut steep sand cliffs and degraded dunes devastated by previous storms. State officials reported “moderate to major sloped erosion” from southern Ocean County to Cape May County, leaving hazardous sand scarps where waves devastated taller dunes….

Read More

Jersey Shore Braces for Monday’s Flooding as Nor’easter Intensifies

High waves and tides have closed major New Jersey coastal roadways, and meteorologists forecast the worst nor’easter flooding on Monday afternoon. High tides could flood highways and neighborhoods, say officials. Floodwaters closed all Egg Harbor Township Black Horse Pike (U.S. 40) lanes west of the Atlantic City Expressway. Between Illinois Avenue in Absecon and Indiana…

Read More

Nor’easter Threatening New Jersey with Strong Winds, Coastal Flooding, and Possible Evacuations

New Jersey will suffer a terrible nor’easter this weekend. Up to 60 mph winds, severe rain, and coastal flooding are forecast. As this system strengthens, people are displaced. A national emergency happened. By late Saturday night, the governor’s administration would declare an emergency in all 21 New Jersey counties. This accelerates government storm response. It’s…

Read More

Today’s New Jersey Weather: Rain, Thunderstorms, and Humid Conditions

Showers and thunderstorms will make New Jerseyans’ day muddy and unstable. Morning rains may lead to afternoon storms. Early morning fog may reduce visibility, forecasters predict. It will weigh more than the thermometer in warm, humid weather. Nights can drop to 67 °F and reach 77. Light south or southwest winds transport moisture inland. Thunderstorms…

Read More