Powerful Nor'easter Approaches: What Berkeley Residents Should Know

BERKELEY, NJ — Forecasters are warning of dangerous and significant coastal storm approaching the area, expected to have the strongest impact in Barnegat Bay and south.

Berkeley officials put out an alert regarding the impending nor'easter, which is expected to slam the shore Oct. 12 and 13.

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Berkeley residents can expect heavy rain, high surf, beach erosion and damaging wind gusts.

Strong winds could send outdoor items and decorations flying, so make sure to secure any belongings.

Residents may lose power as well. In the event there is a power outage at your residence, use the following for reporting and updates from JCP&L:

To report an outage: Text OUT to 544487 (LIGHTS). If you're not enrolled in text messaging, text REG to 544487 to get started. To receive the latest update for your reported outage: Text STAT to 544487

Any further updates will be shared on the Berkeley Township Facebook page. You can also register for emergency alerts by texting your zip code to 888777. This will send alerts to your cell phone.