Strong storms created 'meteotsunami' off Jersey coast
Posted: Updated:The National Weather Service says powerful thunderstorms created a small tsunami off the New Jersey coast Tuesday.
Known as a meteotsunami, it resulted in fluctuating water levels for several hours, reaching as high as 10 inches above normal. But there were no reports of damage from the event.
The abnormally high tides were reported in areas from Perth Amboy to Delaware's Fenwick Island. Data also showed a small tsunami was recorded around 8:40 p.m. at a buoy off Atlantic City.
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Officials say meteotsunamis are driven by air-pressure disturbances often associated with fast-moving weather events, such as severe thunderstorms and squalls.
Most meteotsunamis are too small to notice.
The Associated Press wire services contributed to this report.
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Gov. Murphy attends ceremony at William C. Doyle cemetery
Gov. Murphy attends ceremony at William C. Doyle cemetery
Gov. Murphy attends ceremony at William C. Doyle cemetery
Gov. Phil Murphy kicked off the Memorial Day weekend by attending a special ceremony in Burlington County.
Gov. Phil Murphy kicked off the Memorial Day weekend by attending a special ceremony in Burlington County.
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Holiday Weekend Forecast: Cloudy with periods of rain
Holiday Weekend Forecast: Cloudy with periods of rain
News 12 New Jersey Weather
Friday’s overnight hours are expected to see a few clouds with temperatures cooling into the upper-60s.
Friday’s overnight hours are expected to see a few clouds with temperatures cooling into the upper-60s.
NJ residents flock to the shore to kick off Memorial Day weekend
NJ residents flock to the shore to kick off Memorial Day weekend
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After a long winter and a rainy spring, New Jersey residents were happy to soak up the sun at Belmar this Saturday.
After a long winter and a rainy spring, New Jersey residents were happy to soak up the sun at Belmar this Saturday.
Paramus racecar driver raises money for victims of fatal bus crash
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A racecar driver from Paramus is raising money to help lift a community's spirits after the deadly bus crash in northern Jersey.
A racecar driver from Paramus is raising money to help lift a community's spirits after the deadly bus crash in northern Jersey.
Annual Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival starts in Monmouth Park
Annual Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival starts in Monmouth Park
The Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival kicked off Saturday at Monmouth Park.
The Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival kicked off Saturday at Monmouth Park.
The Jersey Shore Food Truck Festival kicked off Saturday at Monmouth Park.
Essex County holds wreath laying ceremony to honor veterans
Essex County holds wreath laying ceremony to honor veterans
Essex County is commemorated Memorial Day with a wreath laying ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in Newark.
Essex County is commemorated Memorial Day with a wreath laying ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in Newark.
NTSB: Engine failure caused small plane crash in West Milford
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According to federal investigators, it was engine failure that caused a small plane to go down in West Milford.
3 Things to Know – May 25, 2018
3 Things to Know – May 25, 2018
3 Things to Know with News 12's Kurt Siegelin.
3 Things to Know with News 12's Kurt Siegelin.
3 Things to Know with News 12’s Kurt Siegelin.
3 Things to Know with News 12’s Kurt Siegelin.
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Jersey Proud: US Army Sgt. Mihail Golin
Jersey Proud: US Army Sgt. Mihail Golin
Jersey Proud: US Army Sgt. Mihail Golin
News 12 New Jersey makes special mention of the last military member from New Jersey who died in the line of duty – Army Sgt. Mihail Golin. Sgt.
News 12 New Jersey makes special mention of the last military member from New Jersey who died in the line of duty – Army Sgt. Mihail Golin. Sgt.
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Weehawken HS prom rescheduled after yacht collision
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Weehawken High School students will get a second prom after the first one was interrupted by a boat collision.
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Photos: 2018 Food Truck Friday Guests
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These dressed up hot dogs are a specialty of Callahan's food truck.
A look at 2018's Food Truck Friday guests who have visited the News 12 studio.
A look at 2018's Food Truck Friday guests who have visited the News 12 studio.
PHOTOS: Fleet Week 2018
PHOTOS: Fleet Week 2018
Fleet Week 2018
Fleet Week 2018
Photos of the 2018 Fleet Week ships coming up the Hudson River to Manhattan. There are 14 ships for the public to visit and tour. The celebration lasts a week. It has been held nearly every year since 1984.
Photos of the 2018 Fleet Week ships coming up the Hudson River to Manhattan. There are 14 ships for the public to visit and tour. The celebration lasts a week. It has been held nearly every year since 1984.
Memorial Day 2018 Photos
Memorial Day 2018 Photos
Whether you are honoring loved ones, attending a parade or spending time with family, News 12 wants to see your Memorial Day photos. Post them on Instagram or Twitter with #N12MemorialDay.
Whether you are honoring loved ones, attending a parade or spending time with family, News 12 wants to see your Memorial Day photos. Post them on Instagram or Twitter with #N12MemorialDay.
2018 Billboard Music Awards
2018 Billboard Music Awards
Honoree Janet Jackson performs onstage during the 2018 Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 20, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Honoree Janet Jackson performs onstage during the 2018 Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 20, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The 2018 Billboard Music Awards were held at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 20 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The 2018 Billboard Music Awards were held at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 20 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
2018 Boardwalk Hall performers
2018 Boardwalk Hall performers
The 2018 Boardwalk Hall performers include live music and entertainment.
The 2018 Boardwalk Hall performers include live music and entertainment.
Rockland-Bergen Music Festival Lineup
Rockland-Bergen Music Festival Lineup
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The Rockland-Bergen Music Festival will be held June 22-24 at The Turning Point in Piermont and the German Masonic Park in Tappan.
The Rockland-Bergen Music Festival will be held June 22-24 at The Turning Point in Piermont and the German Masonic Park in Tappan.
Musical acts coming this summer to the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
Musical acts coming this summer to the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
Florida Georgia Line is set to rock Atlantic City on July 13.
The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City has announced that it will be opening its doors to the public on June 28 at the site of the old Trump Taj Mahal. Throughout the summer and early fall, the Hard Rock will live up to its name with a lineup of some of music's biggest stars.
The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City has announced that it will be opening its doors to the public on June 28 at the site of the old Trump Taj Mahal. Throughout the summer and early fall, the Hard Rock will live up to its name with a lineup of some of music's biggest stars.
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2018 Summer Stadium Tours
2018 Summer Stadium Tours
Here are the artists who will be performing at tri-state stadiums this summer.
Here are the artists who will be performing at tri-state stadiums this summer.
2018 NYCB Live at Nassau Coliseum performer lineup
2018 NYCB Live at Nassau Coliseum performer lineup
Elton John will perform October 9.
A list of performers scheduled to perform at NYCB Live at Nassau Coliseum in 2018.
A list of performers scheduled to perform at NYCB Live at Nassau Coliseum in 2018.
