Weather officials have issued a tornado watch for the region, urging residents to remain vigilant for dangerous weather conditions through early evening hours.
The National Weather Service office located in Mount Holly, New Jersey activated the tornado watch at 4:41 PM on March 16th, with the alert remaining in effect until 7:00 PM the same day.
A tornado watch indicates that atmospheric conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes. Residents should monitor weather conditions closely and be prepared to take shelter if warnings are upgraded or tornado activity is spotted in their area.
The weather service recommends having a safety plan in place and staying tuned to local weather updates throughout the duration of the watch period.
