State of Emergency Declared Statewide Beginning 4:00 P.M. July 16, 2023
US 46 In North Jersey (within 2 miles of Hot Dog Johnny’s-Hot Dog Johnny’s is ok per witness that lives in the area) Roadway still closed as of July 17, 2023, 8:00 a.m. Check with 511nj.org if traveling in that direction today
July 16, 2023- Updated July 17, 2023
TRENTON, NJ (MERCER)–Today, Governor Phil Murphy declared a State of Emergency effective at 4:00 p.m. due to severe storms experienced throughout the state and forecasted severe storms causing hazardous weather conditions including periods of intense rainfalls, flash flooding, and damaging wind gusts. These severe weather conditions are expected to cause excessive runoff which may result in landslides, rock slides, and damaged roadways.
“Throughout the state, we have seen heavy rainfalls resulting in hazardous conditions and we urge residents to remain vigilant around flooded roadways and downed trees and power lines,” said Governor Murphy. “The safety of our residents is our main priority, and we recommend everyone to be informed of local weather conditions and to take necessary precautions.”
“Our State Emergency Operations Center has been activated to coordinate and support our local, county, and state emergency management partners with any resources needed to effectively respond to the severe weather affecting our state. We remain ready to assist residents and drivers both on and off of the roads for the duration of this storm as needed,” said State Director of Emergency Management and Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police Colonel Patrick J. Callahan. “However, we cannot do it without the help of our communities, so please stay off the roads and let emergency response officials do their jobs. Also, prepare emergency kits for use at home and in your vehicle, check on your neighbors, and remember, turn around, don’t drown.”
The Governor encourages New Jerseyans to visit ready.nj.gov for important weather updates and safety information. Residents should also pay attention to local forecasts, warnings, and watches. For those living in Central and Southern New Jersey, visit the U.S. National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly at http://www.weather.gov/phi/
For those living in Northern New Jersey and the New York Metro area, visit the U.S. National Weather Service New York, N.Y. at http://www.weather.gov/okx/
Govenor’s Office File Photo 
Land Slide on Route 46 near Ayers Towing Knowlton and White Townships Warren County. The mountain side washed out along Highway * Still Closed as of July 17, 2023.
NJ DOT – STMC: Landslide on US 46 both directions East of CR 609/Ramseyberg Rd (Knowlton Twp) All lanes closed and detoured eastbound; All lanes closed westbound from 511nj.org
Photos provided by: NJ Public Safety News Alerts Facebook Page
NJ DOT – STMC: Landslide on US 46 both directions East of CR 609/Ramseyberg Rd (Knowlton Twp) All lanes closed and detoured eastbound; All lanes closed westbound