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New Jersey Faces Flood Watch Amid Heat Advisory

7/17/2025

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A flood watch is now in effect for 11 New Jersey counties as heavy thunderstorms threaten to unleash 2-4 inches of rain from Wednesday afternoon to Thursday morning. This warning comes on the heels of recent storms that tragically claimed two lives in Plainfield. Additionally, a heat advisory warns residents of sweltering temperatures soaring to 105°F. Stay safe!

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A flood watch is now in effect for 11 New Jersey counties as heavy thunderstorms threaten to unleash 2-4 inches of rain from Wednesday afternoon to Thursday morning. This warning comes on the heels of recent storms that tragically claimed two lives in Plainfield. Additionally, a heat advisory warns residents of sweltering temperatures soaring to 105°F. Stay safe!