The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Union County, effective until 8 p.m. tonight. The Watch also encompasses several other New Jersey counties, as well as parts of New York and Connecticut.
Lauren Nash of the National Weather Service says that a tornado "watch" covers a larger area, and means that a tornado is possible. Rain and thunderstorms are likely during a tornado "watch." A tornado "warning," however, is issued when a storm is capable of producing a tornado.
Clark and Garwood can expect thunderstorms beginning at 3 p.m., and lasting until about 8 p.m. Some storms may be severe with damaging winds. In the event a tornado watch is issued, be sure to check the NWS guide to protecting yourself.
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From the NWS, forecast for Clark:
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Late Afternoon: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Some storms could be severe, with damaging winds. Partly sunny, with a high near 92. West wind around 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tonight: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly cloudy during the early evening, then gradual clearing, with a low around 60. West wind between 8 and 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
