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Gov. Murphy declares state of emergency due to flash flooding, severe thunderstorms statewide

NEW JERSEY– Governor Phil Murphy Monday declared that New Jersey will enter a State of Emergency effective at 8:00 p.m. on Monday, July 14, 2025, due to flash flooding, severe thunderstorms, intense rainfall, and damaging wind gusts.

Executive Order No. 392 declares a State of Emergency across all 21 counties in New Jersey.

“I have declared a State of Emergency out of an abundance of caution due to flash flooding and severe thunderstorms across the state,” said Murphy. “I urge New Jerseyans to exercise caution, follow all safety protocols, and remain off the roads unless absolutely necessary.”

Governor Murphy encourages New Jerseyans to visit ready.nj.gov for important weather updates and safety information. Residents should also monitor local forecasts, warnings, and watches.

Jay Edwards

Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender, voice-over artist, traffic reporter (award winning), NY Yankee maintenance crewmember and peanut farm worker. His hobbies include mountain climbing, snowmobiling, cooking, performing stand-up comedy and he is an avid squirrel watcher. Jay has been a guest on America’s Morning Headquarters,program on The Weather Channel, and was interviewed by Sam Champion.

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