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NJ Power Outages: Storms Leave Thousands in Darkness
10 Aug
Summary
- Thousands of New Jersey customers lost power due to severe thunderstorms.
- Gusty winds caused numerous power lines to snap across the state.
- This marks the second consecutive day of thunderstorms in the region.
As of Saturday evening, August 9, 2026, thousands of New Jersey residents and businesses experienced power outages. Strong thunderstorms featuring gusty winds were responsible for snapping numerous power lines across the state.
NJ.com's Power Outage Tracker reported over 5,000 customers without electricity by 8 p.m. on Saturday. The tumultuous weather developed amid high heat and humidity, marking the second day in a row that scattered thunderstorms affected the New Jersey region.
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