# New Jersey Declares State of Emergency

> New Jersey declares state of emergency for 8 counties ahead of nor'easter.
- Title: New Jersey Declares State of Emergency · ABC7 New York
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: ABC7 New York — https://abc7ny.com/post/jersey-shore-prepares-noreaster-high-winds-significant-beach-erosion-expected/19870134
- Published: 2026-09-25T09:13:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: new jersey, state of emergency, nor'easter, coastal flooding, beach erosion, counties, emergency response, news, local
## 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.
## Key takeaway

New Jersey governor declares state of emergency for 8 counties as nor'easter threatens coastal flooding and beach erosion.