Tri-State Area Hit by Severe Storm: Power Outages, Transit Delays, and Halloween Forecast

Widespread Damage:: The storm caused power outages, downed trees, and transit disruptions across New Jersey and New York City.

Transit Delays:: Airports experienced ground stops, and NJ Transit rail service faced significant delays due to high water and downed trees. Rail tickets were cross-honored by NJ Transit, private carrier buses, and PATH at Newark Penn Station and 33rd St., New York.

Bridge Restrictions:: The MTA Bridges and Tunnels implemented restrictions on certain vehicles due to high wind conditions, including bans on empty tractor trailers and tandem trucks on several bridges.

Tornado Risk:: The National Weather Service extended the risk for severe weather, including potential tornado damage, into Central New Jersey.

Halloween Forecast:: The storm is expected to clear out by Thursday night, leaving strong westerly winds but a dry day and evening for Halloween festivities.

Airports:: Newark Liberty International Airport, JFK, and LaGuardia all experienced ground stops due to high winds.

Rail:: NJ Transit's Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast Line faced delays. The North Jersey Coast Line was temporarily suspended due to a tree falling on wires.

Bridges:: MTA Bridges and Tunnels restricted certain vehicles on the Cross Bay Bridge, Marine Parkway Bridge, Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and Throgs Neck Bridge.

A:: New Jersey and New York City experienced the most significant impacts, with widespread damage and transit delays.

A:: The rain is expected to end by Halloween night, but strong winds will continue. It will be cooler, but dry, for trick-or-treating.

A:: High water conditions, downed trees, and airport ground stops due to wind all contributed to transit delays.

Stay informed:: Monitor local weather forecasts and news updates for the latest information on storm conditions.

Exercise caution:: Be aware of potential hazards such as downed trees, power lines, and flooding, and exercise caution when traveling.

Prepare for power outages:: Have a plan in place in case of power outages, including a supply of batteries, flashlights, and non-perishable food.