Trenton, NJ – New Jersey is currently under a severe thunderstorm watch until 10 PM tonight as strong storms are expected to develop across the state. The National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center has issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch #634, which includes a significant portion of New Jersey.
The watch indicates a high potential for severe weather this afternoon and evening, with threats including damaging wind gusts up to 70 mph, frequent lightning, and isolated hail up to ping pong ball size. Thunderstorms are already forming over the Appalachian region, and as cloud cover diminishes, surface heating is likely to contribute to the development of additional storms.
New Jersey residents should stay alert and prepared for changing weather conditions throughout the afternoon and evening. The severe thunderstorm watch will remain in effect until 10 PM, and everyone in the affected areas is urged to take necessary precautions.
