UPDATE 8:54 PM: Two tornados were reportedly spotted on the ground – one in Monmouth County, one in southern Ocean County. No further details available yet.
UPDATE 8:31: Tornado warnings in the Lakewood area have expired, but the threat of severe weather remains. A Severe Thunderstorm warning is in effect until 9 PM, and a Flash Flood warning is in effect until 11 PM.
Lakewood and surrounding areas are currently under a Tornado Warning, with a confirmed Tornado reportedly observed just west of Toms River.
Much of New Jersey is under a severe weather threat Thursday evening, with heavy rain, wind, and the potential of flash flooding all over the state.
A Tornado struck Bensalem, PA about an hour ago, collapsing a car dealership building and wreaking damage on numerous homes and businesses.
No serious injuries have yet been reported.
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— The Lakewood Scoop (@LakewoodScoop) July 29, 2021
A powerful tornado has reportedly touched down in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, causing at least one building to collapse. Emergency personnel are on scene.
— The Lakewood Scoop (@LakewoodScoop) July 29, 2021