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 winds late Wednesday through Thursday night.
Onshore flow worries waterfront dwellers. Northeast winds may cause brief gale-force gusts, the meteorological agency advises. This flow may aggravate coastal flooding, dune damage, and beach erosion. Recently, storm-prone areas are riskier. Back bays and barrier islands have severe winds, waves, and tide inundation.
Landlocked areas may see 50s highs this week. Late October was unusually chilly. Tuesday morning may be clear and cool with light north winds. Frost warnings are in effect for Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Mercer, Middlesex, Ocean, Salem, western Bergen, Essex, eastern Passaic, and W Union Cold will hit western Passaic.
Rain won’t start until Wednesday when low pressure arrives. Statewide, Tuesday will be cold, overcast, and dry. Coastal locations may get extra wind and rain Thursday.
The hurricane will interrupt Halloween trick-or-treating this weekend. Strong winds may make Thursday and Friday’s coast dangerous. Oceanfront life involves harsh waves, beach erosion, and high-tide floods. Inland impacts may be minor. Officials encourage beachgoers and residences to lock up, check for wind and tides, and observe the weather.
Unknown wind and rain intensities. New Jersey needs on-shore traffic, say analysts. Prepare for a higher-risk multi-day storm in coastal areas. Storm gusts, rain, and chilly air may affect inland residents.
A storm this weekend is great. This requires a small track shift. Storms that endure or advance inland destroy residences and beaches more. Adjust weekend plans based on local weather.
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