New Jersey braces for a powerful nor'easter, bringing fierce winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding. Residents along the Jersey Shore, especially during high tides, are at risk of significant coastal flooding. The National Weather Service warns of widespread power outages and potential evacuations. The storm's impact is expected to be most severe from Sunday evening through early Monday morning, with wind gusts reaching up to 60 mph and a storm surge threatening coastal communities. Inland areas may experience wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph, leading to potential power outages. Despite some positive news in the latest forecast, with rainfall totals expected to be less than an inch for most of New Jersey, the Jersey Shore counties may still receive 1 to 3 inches of rain. The weather service also warns of beach erosion and dune breaching along the entire New Jersey Shore, with breaking waves potentially reaching 8 to 12 feet. Residents are advised to secure outdoor items, avoid coastal areas during high tide, and prepare for potential power outages, flooding, and wind damage. The storm will gradually weaken and move away from New Jersey by Monday night, with conditions improving by Tuesday. High pressure will bring drier and cooler weather by midweek, with temperatures trending below normal Thursday and Friday. Autumn weather is expected to return by the weekend.
