Severe Thunderstorm Watch In 13 N.J. Counties

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch across 13 New Jersey counties.

According to forecasters, the watch is in place through 7 p.m. in the following counties:

• Atlantic
• Burlington
• Camden
• Cape May
• Cumberland
• Gloucester
• Hunterdon
• Mercer
• Middlesex
• Monmouth
• Ocean
• Salem
• Somerset

"Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible as a squall line develops ahead of a strong cold front. Damaging winds and frequent lightning are the main hazards; however, some hail is possible. Storms will produce heavy rain, and there may be localized flooding in areas of poor drainage," the alert said.

This post will be updated if more counties are added to the list or if the watch is upgraded to a warning.

The storms kick off a week of wild weather that is expected in New Jersey. The storms are expected to give way to cooler temperatures later this week, and even some snow is possible Friday.

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