Severe Storms, Tornado Warnings Hit New Jersey, Region

Severe storms on Thursday triggered tornado warnings across several New Jersey counties, now including Salem, Gloucester, Camden, Somerset, and Middlesex, prompting urgent shelter-in-place advisories due to risks of flying debris and property damage. The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for 18 counties, warning of winds up to 65 mph and potential flash flooding, especially in central and northern New Jersey. Widespread power outages have affected over 6,000 homes and businesses, with rainfall of 1 to 3 inches expected, and some spots possibly receiving up to 7 inches. New Jersey remains under a state of emergency, with flood and thunderstorm watches in effect through Friday morning. Meanwhile, Southern Colorado is experiencing flash flood warnings and funnel clouds, and Minnesota and South Dakota saw tornado warnings earlier in the week. The severe weather in New Jersey is forecast to ease by the weekend, bringing cooler and drier conditions.