Severe thunderstorms cause power outages and damage in Michigan and New Jersey.

Tornado warnings in New Jersey have expired, but a severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 9 p.m. A Yellow Alert has been issued due to the threat of severe thunderstorms, which could produce downpours, damaging winds, hail, and even an isolated tornado. A Flood Watch is also in effect for distant northwest NY/NJ counties until midnight. Unsettled weather is expected to continue through Thursday, with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms on Friday.