From ABC7 New York · · 1m 10s
New Jersey Declares State of Emergency
New Jersey declares state of emergency for 8 counties ahead of nor'easter.
In brief
New Jersey declares state of emergency for 8 counties ahead of nor'easter. New Jersey governor declares state of emergency for 8 counties as nor'easter threatens coastal flooding and beach erosion. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
State of Emergency Declared
Governor Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency for eight New Jersey counties ahead of a powerful nor'easter.
Affected Counties
The emergency covers Atlantic, Burlington, Cape May, Cumberland, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Salem counties.
Emergency Response Activated
The State Emergency Operations Center coordinates state and local agency responses including police, environmental protection, transportation, and county emergency management.
Residents Urged to Prepare
Residents are advised to charge devices, secure outdoor items, stock food and water, avoid travel, and never drive through flooded roads.
Coastal Impacts Expected
The strongest impacts are expected along the coast with significant beach erosion and flooding in low-lying areas.
Evacuation Orders Issued
Manasquan officials issued voluntary evacuations for elderly residents and those with special needs in low-lying flood-prone areas.
Beach Erosion Concerns
In Ocean City, waves are already washing away sand and raising concerns about significant beach erosion ahead of the storm.
At a glance
New Jersey governor declares state of emergency for 8 counties as nor'easter threatens coastal flooding and beach erosion.
