April 2, 2023
JACKSON, NJ (OCEAN)–The National Weather Service has confirmed four tornados in the area and storm surveys are ongoing to determine the details such as length and path width. The four tornadoes confirmed in New Jersey so far were in Jackson Township, Howell Township, Cinnaminson and Sea Girt.
In Jackson many residents and business were without power, homes and buildings were damaged and numerous trees and utility poles and equipment damaged. Many are still without power and a freezer truck is at the police station and residents can bring frozen items there for temporary storage. The trailer is being provided by the Chaveirm of Central Jersey and will be staffed If you have questions about the freezer truck call 1-973-907-3153
A shelter is set up at the Senior Center located on Don Connor Boulevard and is currently open and ready for anyone who may need it. The Red Cross is also stationed at Town Hall for anyone in need of fresh water for free.
The tornado damaged a tensioned membrane structure that houses Adventure Crossings Golf and Entertainement. There appeared to be a rip in the center of the membrane that allowed the structure to collapse since the membrane is supported by air. There were no reported injuries. These sports complexes are commonly known as sport “bubbles” since the lightweight membrane is supported by air.
A new warehouse near completion was destroyed by the tornado on April 1, 2023. The 95,000 square foot warehouse had walls collapse and roof removed destroying the building. The building is located in the 300 Block West Commodore Blvd.
An industrial building in the 400 Block of West Commodore Blvd. had a partial roof removal and tree damage.
Updates to follow, tornado strength, path, width should be available late tonight or tomorrow morning.
From Jersey Central Power and Light:
Power has been restored to about 33,000 out of the nearly 43,000 customers affected by the stormy weather that caused extensive tree damage, downed lines and broken poles, especially in the hardest-hit areas of Howell, Jackson and Lakewood. We expect to restore power to the majority of customers who remain without service by late tomorrow night.
We will provide updates for specific damage locations as they become available on our outage map: http://spr.ly/NJOutageMap. You can also call 888-544-4877 or text STAT to 544487 for updates specific to your outage.
As crews continue to clear hazards and restore service, customers are reminded to stay at least 30 feet away from all downed or low-hanging wires and report them ASAP to 9-1-1.
This is an all-hands-on-deck effort and we’ll be working 24/7 until service is restored to every customer. Thank you for hanging in there with us!
FREEZER TRAILER AVAILABLE TO ALL RESIDENTS. PACKAGE YOUR FROZEN ITEMS AS DIRECTED AND BRING THEM FOR TEMPORARY STORAGE.
For any questions call 1-973-907-3153
ALL RESIDENTS – SHELTER/WARMING CENTERIf you or anyone you know are without power and need somewhere warm for the evening with electricity while waiting for restoration, the township has set up a “Shelter In Place”.The shelter is the Senior Center located on Don Connor Boulevard and is currently open and ready for anyone who may need it. Please do not hesitate to take advantage of this location if needed. If a ride is needed, please contact the police department for assistance.Red Cross is also stationed at Town Hall for anyone in need of fresh water for free.
Stay Safe and thank you all for your patience. We will get through this together!
Storm damaged a tensioned membrane structure that houses Adventure Crossings Golf and Entertainement. There appeared to be a rip in the center of the membrane that allowed the structure to collapse since the membrane is supported by air. There were no reported injuries.
A new warehouse near completion was destroyed by the tornado on April 1, 2023. The 95,000 square foot warehouse had walls collapse and roof removed destroying the building. The building is located in the 300 Block West Commodore Blvd.
An industrial building in the 400 Block of West Commodore Blvd. had a partial roof removal and tree damage.
Numerous Roadways Closed In Central, NJ After Storms Move Through Area
Adventure Crossings Golf and Entertainement. Photos by: Ocean County Sherriff’s Office.
April 3, 2023 Update:
The National Weather Service will be conducting storm surveys in the area of Crosswicks/Hamilton and Cream Ridge, NJ
April 2, 2023
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ (MERCER)-UPPER FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, NJ (MONMOUTH)–The National Weather Service has not issued a tornado damage report for the areas damaged by yesterday’s storms for Hamilton and Upper Freehold Township. The line of damage starts prior to the Sawmill YMCA Day Camp and Miracle Filed for the Miracle League of Mercer County and continues a path of destruction for about 5 miles though Upper Freehold Township near the Cream Ridge Winery and past County Road 539 just north of the golf course. See map below designed by Brian K. from Twitter in regards to Midjersey.news post on the NWS Mount Holly Twitter.
So far there have been four confirmed tornados in New Jerey, Jackson Township, Sea Girt, Howell Township, and Cinnaminson. The damage in Hamilton and Upper Freehold Township has not been listed as of 8:00 p.m. April, 2.
The Miracle League of Mercer County, NJ was supposed to have an Opening Day and Easter Egg Hunt but had to be cancelled due to the storm damage at the Sawmill Road Facility.
Week 2 games originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 5 and Thursday, April 6 will also – unfortunately – be cancelled.
We will provide updates via email, text alert, and social media throughout the week.
Graphic from Twitter posted by Brian K 
PSE&G workers replace a pole this morning, April 2, 2023, that was damaged by yesterday’s storm (April 1, 2023) on Groveville – Allentown Road.
Storm damage in Hamilton Township, Mercer County, NJ at the Sawmill YMCA Day Camp and Recreation Center, Miracle Filed, on Sawmill Road.
Storm damage in Upper Freehold Township, Monmouth County in the area of Walnford Road, Quaker Hill Road, Tyler Court, and Polhemustown Roads this afternoon. Many trees were damaged, trees on houses, and farm irrigation equipment damage.
April 2, 2023
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP (Mercer) – Township firefighters rescued a person who was trapped inside a burning home this morning (Sunday, April 2). The extent of the person’s injuries was not immediately known, but right after the individual was removed from the structure paramedics and other emergency medical personnel could be seen frantically treating the patient on the front lawn. A short time later, the person was transported to hospital by ambulance.
It was shortly before 11:15 a.m. when firefighters were alerted to the blaze at 133 Jeremiah Avenue, off Lalor Street. While en route to the scene, firefighters were alerted that a person was trapped inside a bedroom and that several neighbors were trying to get inside to attempt a rescue. Heavy smoke was issuing from the 1.5-story structure when fire companies arrived. Firefighters mounted an immediate search and rescue, combined with an aggressive interior attack, and managed to quickly locate and remove the victim. Firefighters reported encountering heavy fire conditions in the rear of the home.
The fire was declared under control at 11:34 a.m. The circumstances and cause of the fire were under investigation by township fire and police officials.
Photos by Tyler Eckel
April 2, 2023
JACKSON, NJ (OCEAN)–Six Flags Great Adventure announced that they will be closed today due to the Jackson Township Emergency Declaration and for the safety of their guests and team members. Six Flags Great Adventure and Safari will be closed today April 2, 2023 and anticipates to reopen on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 for Spring Break.
UPDATES from Jackson Township Police Department:
We are aware the power is still out and it has been reported that over 9300 people are without power at this time. There is no ETA on when power will be restored.
PLEASE DO NOT call the police department about your power outage asking for updates. We do not know and our dispatchers are already overloaded with emergency calls for service.
The roads that were listed previously are still closed along with a section of West County Line Road between Bennetts Mills Road & Villanova Drive.
Everyone is working diligently to open roadways and assist JCP&L in any way with power restoration.
In addition there is a Declaration of Emergency in effect so please limit your usual traffic today so that emergency services can focus on getting everything back in order.
That being said if you need police assistance or have any type of emergency please do not hesitate to call us.
Stay Safe and we will update accordingly
Please DO NOT drive through Closed Roads, past barrels and cones, or Over Wires!
This is for everyone’s safety.
Thank you.
UPDATE From Ocean County Sheriff’s Office:
We are asking for the public’s assistance today. If you must travel in Jackson Township today to please avoid all road closures, obey traffic laws, and do not driver over any downed wires!!!
Numerous Roadways Closed In Central, NJ After Storms Move Through Area