Scattered Power Outages In Toms River Amid Tropical Storm Fay

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Tropical Storm Fay has already brought heavy rain to the Jersey Shore. The Toms River Office of Emergency Management warned the township about the storm, and now the town is feeing the effects.

Scattered power outages were reported as videos on social media showed a storm surge coming in as the storm continued to threaten the region.

Forecasters projected 2-3 inches of rainfall. The National Weather forecast placed Ocean County under a flash flood warning through Friday evening.

There is also a chance of showers and thunderstorms from 9-11 p.m., with showers continuing after. Wind could reach 39-57 mph, according to forecasts.

The Toms River Office of Emergency Management reminded people to keep their phones, tablets and other devices charged in case of upcoming power outages.

If you lose power, contact JCP&L by calling 888-544-4877, reporting online or texting OUT to 544487.

LATEST LOCAL FORECAST:

• Localized storm surge possible
• Peak storm surge inundation: The potential for up to 2 feet above ground somewhere within surge prone areas
• Window of concern: through this afternoon
• All flood preparations should be complete. Expect flooding of low-lying roads and property.
• The flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment.
• Emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain. Evacuations and rescues are possible.

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