"New Jersey Braces for Major River Flooding and Coastal Threats Amid State of Emergency Declaration"

A winter storm is set to hit the Tri-State area, prompting Governor Murphy to declare a State of Emergency for New Jersey. The storm is expected to bring heavy rain, high winds, and potential flooding, leading to concerns of widespread flooding and power outages. New York Governor Kathy Hochul is also urging residents to prepare for the storm, with state agencies closely monitoring forecasts and preparing for potential flooding and power outages. Various agencies and departments in both New York and New Jersey are taking proactive measures to mitigate the impact of the storm, including pre-deploying rescue teams, checking and clearing storm drains, and prepositioning utility workers and generators.