New Jersey, Hurricane Erin and Shore
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NEW JERSEY - New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency in preparation for Hurricane Erin. The governor declared New Jersey entered a state of emergency at 2 p.m. earlier today, August 21. "We ask all New Jerseyans to monitor local weather forecasts and warnings, and stay informed on evacuation protocols," Murphy stated.
The State of Emergency went into effect at 2 p.m. as coastal and flash flooding, dangerous surf warnings and advisories, as well as high winds are expected for several counties across the Garden State.
The order went into effect at 2 p.m. today as officials anticipate flooding, dangerous surf and high winds across the state.
A state of emergency has been declared in New Jersey and a coastal flood warning is in effect for the Jersey Shore as Hurricane Erin causes dangerous conditions.
Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency on the afternoon of Aug. 21 as Hurricane Erin brings flooding, wind and rough surf to Jersey Shore.
More than 2,000 people were evacuated by ferry from Ocracoke Island, part of the Outer Banks, according to the state governor’s office
Hurricane Erin's track is forecast to stay offshore, but the New York City area and Jersey Shore are still seeing some impact.