Isaias

Over 1.3 million New Jerseyans lost power on August 4, 2020, as Tropical Storm Isaias brought intense wind, rain, and tornadoes to the Garden State.

Federal officials recommend after four hours without power, throw out refrigerated perishable food such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs and leftovers.

A State Police trooper was trapped Thursday night when a utility pole accidentally fell on his vehicle.

The tornado's 100 mph winds flipped over a tractor trailer and ripped the roof off several houses, according to the National Weather Service.

With power outages lasting days past the tropical storm, communities are offering spots to recharge phones and other devices, and get a break from the summer heat.

Thursday's update now shows an 85% chance of this season being above normal, with a much higher potential of being classified "extremely active," and possibly the third-most active season since 2005.

The storm with its heavy rain and gusty wind of up to 70 mph is long gone but its effects are still apparent with the fleet of utility bucket trucks and the buzz of chain saws across the state.

Utilities are not ready to give an estimate on when the power will be restored for the majority of its customers.

Over 150 trees fell onto overhead wires causing storm-related signal problems throughout NJ Transit's system.

Rail tickets and passes are being cross-honored by PATH at Newark Penn Station, Hoboken and 33rd St, NJ Transit light rail, bus, private carrier buses and PATCO.