New Jersey, NYC & Philadelphia β July 31, 2025
π¨ A state of emergency has been officially declared in New Jersey (NJ) and parts of New York City (NYC) due to multiple severe thunderstorm warnings, tornado watches, and escalating flash flood alerts.
According to the National Weather Service, a tornado warning was issued earlier today across several NJ counties including Bergen, Essex, and Monmouth. In addition, flash flood warnings are in effect for NYC, Philadelphia, and central NJ, with some areas expecting up to 4 inches of rainfall in just a few hours.
βSara, a Jersey City resident, told us, βIβve never seen water rise this fast in 10 years.ββ
πͺοΈ Tornado Watch & Flash Flood Emergency Zones
β’ π΄ NJ Tornado Warning: Active in eastern and central parts.
β’ π Flash Flood Warning NYC: Heavy rainfall has already caused urban flooding in parts of Brooklyn and Queens.
β’ π Flood Watch Philadelphia: Rain intensity may increase tonight.
β’ β οΈ Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Widespread across NJ, NYC, and eastern PA.
π£οΈ Governorβs Statement:
New Jersey Governor has declared a βState of Emergency Todayβ to mobilize rescue operations and coordinate evacuation zones.
βPlease stay indoors and avoid low-lying areas. Do not attempt to drive through flooded roads,β said the governorβs office.
π Weather Forecast: Next 24 Hours ?
β’ NJ Weather: Storms likely to persist till late evening with possible hail.
β’ NYC Weather: Rain tapering off tomorrow but another storm front approaching by weekend.
β’ Philadelphia Weather: Strong winds expected with isolated tornado risk.