01 Apr 2023 | 11:39 PM UTC
US: Tornado warning in effect for parts of central-eastern New Jersey until at least 19:45 EDT April 1
FLASH: Tornado warning in effect for parts of central-eastern New Jersey, US, until at least 19:45 EDT April 1. Take cover.
Event
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for parts of central-eastern New Jersey, including northwestern Ocean County, southeastern Mercer County, and southwestern Monmouth County, April 1. The weather warning is in effect until 19:45 EDT and could be extended or expanded at short notice.
This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.
Advice
Seek shelter immediately in areas covered by the warning. Be prepared to quickly move to a safe location if new warnings are issued. Postpone driving until weather conditions improve. Charge battery-powered devices in case prolonged electricity outages occur. Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information.