The National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey issued a Tornado Watch on July 21 beginning at 2:07 PM EDT, with the watch set to expire at 9:00 PM EDT that same evening.
A Tornado Watch means that weather conditions are favorable for the formation of tornadoes. Residents are urged to stay weather-aware, monitor local forecasts, and be ready to act quickly if a Tornado Warning is issued for their area.
If a warning is issued, people should move immediately to the lowest floor of a sturdy building, away from windows, and take cover in an interior room such as a bathroom or closet.
