The National Weather Service office out of Mount Holly, New Jersey issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning on the evening of July 5, beginning at 6:54 PM EDT and running through 7:45 PM EDT.
The warning was issued as a public safety alert for those in the affected region. Residents were advised to seek shelter, stay away from windows, and remain indoors until the warning expired.
Severe thunderstorm warnings are typically issued when weather conditions are capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, or other hazardous conditions. Anyone caught outdoors during such a warning should move inside immediately and avoid contact with metal objects or standing water.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local weather updates and have a plan in place in the event of rapidly changing storm conditions.
