Office of the Governor | Governor Murphy Declares State of Emergency Due to Flash Flooding and Severe Thunderstorms Statewide

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today declared that New Jersey will enter a State of Emergency effective at 8:00 p.m. on Monday, July 14, 2025, due to flash flooding, severe thunderstorms, intense rainfall, and damaging wind gusts. Executive Order No. 392 declares a State of Emergency across all 21 counties in New Jersey.

“I have declared a State of Emergency out of an abundance of caution due to flash flooding and severe thunderstorms across the state,” said Governor Murphy. “I urge New Jerseyans to exercise caution, follow all safety protocols, and remain off the roads unless absolutely necessary.”

The Governor encourages New Jerseyans to visit ready.nj.gov for important weather updates and safety information. Residents should also monitor local forecasts, warnings, and watches.

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 https://www.weather.gov/okx/

For those living in Central and Southern New Jersey, visit the U.S. National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly at https://www.weather.gov/phi/

For a copy of Executive Order No. 392, please click here.