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Acting Gov. Way: State of emergency now in effect for New Jersey due to stormy weather

There is a tornado watch in effect for the northeastern part of the state until 10 p.m. tonight, along with a wind advisory until 11 p.m. Heavy rain from Debby’s remnants may cause flooding in some areas.

News 12 Staff

Aug 9, 2024, 5:30 PM

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New Jersey is now under a state of emergency due to stormy weather in the region, according to acting Gov. Tahesha Way.

Heavy rain from Debby’s remnants may cause flooding in some areas.

“We want our residents…to stay in tonight. We understand folks have to travel. If you have to travel, please exercise caution in doing so. These floods and storms are most dangerous at night,” Way said in a phone interview with News 12.

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