Deadly Lightning Strike in Jackson Township, NJ: One Fatality, 13 Injured
CBS New YorkAugust 5, 20252 min8,111 views
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- ⚡ A lightning strike in Jackson Township, Ocean County, New Jersey, resulted in one fatality and injured 13 others.
- 🎯 The victims, ranging from 7 to 61 years old, were at an outdoor archery range when the incident occurred.
- ⚠️ The condition of the injured individuals is currently unknown.
Severe Weather Warnings
- ⛈️ A severe thunderstorm warning was in effect for Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties until 8:45 PM, with potential for penny-sized hail and lightning.
- ⚠️ Flash flood warnings were also issued for Middlesex, Somerset, and Mercer counties due to heavy rainfall, with some areas receiving up to two inches of rain.
- 📈 The storm system was tracking northeastward and maintained severe parameters.
Broader Weather Outlook
- 🌡️ A heat advisory was in effect for the entire Tri-State area.
- ☔ The forecast for Thursday included two rounds of storms (morning and afternoon) with possible gusty winds and localized flooding.
- ✅ Conditions were expected to improve Friday into Saturday, with cooler temperatures and lower humidity, feeling like a spring-like day.
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