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LIVE UPDATES: Ferocious ocean thunderstorms hitting Jersey Shore, winds gusting up to 50 mph

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Sep 26, 2026, 12:21 PM

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Sea Bright faces beach erosion, coastal flooding

Sept. 26, 12 p.m.

Beach erosion and coastal flooding are impacting Sea Bright.

News 12’s Jack Ford is there with the sights and sounds.


Conditions continue to deteriorate along the Jersey Shore

Sept. 26, 10:14 a.m.


Bay Head storm surge

Sept. 26, 10:00 a.m.

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Surf City flooding this morning at low tide

Sept. 26, 9:03 a.m.

Courtesy Steve Moss


Streets underwater as nor'easter floods the Jersey Shore

Sept. 26, 9:00 a.m.

News 12's Jim Murdoch captures the flooding


12 foot waves pounding the shoreline in Sea Bright

Sept. 26, 8:09 a.m.


New Jersey warns of hidden carbon monoxide threat during storms and power outages

Sept. 26, 6:55 a.m.

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Power Outage Information

Sept. 26, 5:58 a.m.

New Jersey’s utility companies are reporting thousands of customers without power as of 10 p.m.

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Cancellations/Postponements

Sept. 26, 5:53 a.m.

  • The Highlands Business Partnership has canceled the ninth annual Brew by the Bay scheduled for today due to weather, and ticket holders will be contacted directly about their options. Bike New York has also canceled the Twin Lights Ride and Finish Festival scheduled for Sunday and will contact registered riders.

  • The American Angler Fishing Club has postponed its tournament on Long Beach Island this weekend to Sunday, Oct. 18.


Ocean County prepares for tidal flooding, beach erosion and potential evacuations

Sept. 25, 10:20 p.m.


Voluntary evacuation issued for some Manasquan residents

Sept. 25, 10:20 p.m.

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The calm before the storm

Sept. 25, 6:49 p.m.

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News 12 crew spots vibrant sunset at the Jersey Shore.


WEEKEND NOR'EASTER: What to Know About the Storm | NY, NJ & CT Forecast

Sept. 25, 5:45 p.m.


Parts of Passaic County prepare for another round of flooding with forecasted nor'easter

Sept . 25, 5:30 p.m.

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AC/DC concert at MetLife Stadium canceled

Sept. 25, 3 p.m.

"Due to the severe wind warnings in place for the NY / NJ area this evening, the AC/DC concert at MetLife Stadium will not take place tonight. This decision was made by Public Safety authorities in consultation with weather experts to prioritize the safety of fans and all those involved in the show."

The show was rescheduled for Oct. 2. All previously purchased tickets will be honored on the new date.


Gov. Sherrill declares state of emergency for 8 counties ahead of nor'easter

Sept. 25, 2:45 p.m.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill has declared a state of emergency for eight New Jersey counties ahead of this weekend's nor'easter storm.

The state of emergency goes into effect at 5 p.m. and impacts Atlantic, Burlington, Cape May, Cumberland, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean and Salem counties.

Sherrill says, "The storm is expected to bring strong winds, heavy rain, significant coastal flooding, and hazardous conditions along the coast and potentially into inland areas, with the most severe impacts expected to begin tonight and continue through Sunday."


Strong winds pushing water towards vulnerable mainland communities like Tuckerton Beach, Mystic Islands, Waretown and Stafford Township

Sept. 25, 12:30 p.m.


Conditions are becoming increasingly dangerous along the Jersey Shore

Sept. 25, 12:30 p.m.


Wind and waves already battering Jersey shoreline

Sept. 25, 8:36 a.m.


AAA shares key nor’easter safety tips as homeowners prepare for strong winds and heavy rain

Sept. 25, 8:26 a.m.

Tips on keeping safe during the nor'easter


Shore locals say they are used to this extreme weather

Sept. 25, 7:22 a.m.


Jersey Shore braces for beach erosion, worsening coastal flooding as nor'easter intensifies

Sept. 25, 6:28 a.m.


Photos of beach erosion in Bay Head as sun comes up

Sept. 25, 6:03 a.m.

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Bay Head police warn residents about extreme beach erosion caused by nor'easter

Sept. 25, 4:37 a.m.

Police in Bay Head are warning residents about extreme beach erosion caused by the fall nor’easter. Waves at the Jersey Shore could reach 12 feet, which could damage beaches. Police are warning residents that conditions will worsen Friday.

Coastal flooding has been occurring on back-bay streets and in flood-prone areas and is expected to worsen through Saturday morning with each high-tide cycle. The borough expects Saturday to bring heavy rain and strong winds. There is a high chance of flooding and power outages heading into the weekend.

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