Thunderstorms, 'Brief Tornado' Possible In Bergen County, Says NWS

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — A "fast moving frontal system" overnight could impact the Monday morning commute in Bergen County, says a hazardous weather outlook issued Sunday.

The system "will bring a quick hitting band of moderate to heavy rain, isolated thunderstorms, and gusty winds late tonight into the Monday AM commute," the NWS says.

"Isolated thunderstorms and/or a fine line of low topped convection are possible, bringing a low and localized potential for strong to severe wind gusts or even a brief tornado."

The local forecast says the storms will likely hit New Jersey's northeastern counties some time between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m.

Wind gusts of 30 to 40 MPH are likely, the NWS says, especially near eastern coastal areas, "bringing potential for scattered downed tree limbs and power lines." There's also a minor threat of flooding.

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