WeatherCoats | NJ Weather: Strong storms expected for today

As a Low Pressure System slides along a stationary front over our area, some strong thunderstorms are expected to impact us throughout the afternoon and into the overnight hours.  According the the NAM Forecast Model, the bulk of the storm will dump its payload during the late afternoon to nighttime hours.  During the afternoon, pop-up thunderstorms are expected to affect the region.  In addition, the National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood WATCH for Middlesex, Hunterdon, and Somerset counties AND all counties South of that until 4am Saturday.  Thunderstorms associated with this system could potentially have rainfall amounts in excess of 2 inches per hour.  If you approach a flooded street or intersection, please DO NOT take the risk and drive through it.  Remember, turn around, don't drown!

UPDATE:  The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm WATCH effective until 9pm tonight for the entire state of New Jersey.  Please remember, if you can hear thunder, you can be struck by lightning.  Seek shelter if a thunderstorm is imminent.