65 MPH Winds, Hail Possible As Severe Storm Watches Issued In NJ

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch covers all 21 New Jersey counties through 9 p.m. Friday, with storms capable of bringing 65 mph wind gusts, hail, and rainfall rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour. The northwest corridor near I-95 faces the greatest flash flooding risk, and more storms are likely Saturday before a cold front finally clears things out late Tuesday or Wednesday.