250K Without Power As Severe Storms Rip Through NJ Friday

Severe storms swept through New Jersey Friday night, leaving nearly 250,000 residents without power during an active Extreme Heat Warning, with Morris County reporting a high volume of 911 calls and widespread downed trees and power lines. The outages are especially concerning as heat index values are expected to reach 100 to 115 degrees through Saturday before temperatures finally begin to ease on Sunday.