East Hanover Wind Advisory Begins As Nor’easter Approaches

EAST HANOVER, NJ — With a wind advisory starting Friday evening, East Hanover residents may want to secure outdoor objects now.

The National Weather Service advisory runs from 6 p.m. Friday until 6 a.m. Sunday. It calls for north winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph.

The advisory says tree limbs could be blown down, and a few power outages may result. It also urges residents to secure outdoor objects before the winds pick up.

The weather service also warns that driving could be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles, and advises drivers to use extra caution.

The weather service’s forecast for East Hanover calls for a chance of rain Friday night, followed by rain Saturday and Sunday.

A storm briefing identifies the weather system affecting the region as a Nor’easter.

Residents can check the local forecast as the storm approaches, since the timing and expected conditions may change.

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