Update: The Tornado Warning for Monmouth and Ocean Counties Is Anticipated to Expire at 7:15 p.m.

Thunderstorms knock out power for over 20,000 in New Jersey, cause Newark Airport delays

Severe thunderstorms left over 20,000 New Jerseyans without power and caused delays at Newark Liberty International Airport on July 8.

Tornado warning NJ: Monmouth, Ocean counties under tornado warning

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 16 miles west of Toms River, moving east at 20 mph. Radar indicates rotation.

Update: The tornado warning for Monmouth and Ocean counties is anticipated to expire at 7:15 p.m.

The warning was in place for Monmouth and Ocean counties."The tornado threat has diminished and the Tornado Warning has been cancelled. However, large hail and damaging winds remain likely and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning remains in effect for the area. However gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 9 p.m. for central and southern New Jersey," says the National W…