2 tornadoes confirmed in North Jersey. Here's where they touched down

Did tornadoes hit New Jersey? Yes — two tornadoes touched down in North Jersey after severe storms swept across the state Tuesday, with the National Weather Service confirming touchdowns in Parsippany-Troy Hills and Stanhope. Survey crews are expected to inspect damage Wednesday and determine the tornadoes' official EF ratings, while a reported tornado near Cape May Point also remains under investigation.

Social media posts showed funnel clouds and rotation across Morris and Essex counties, while fallen trees and storm damage were reported along Route 206 in Sussex County. Here's what officials have confirmed so far, what damage was reported in Morris and Sussex counties, and what the National Weather Service is investigating next.

Where did tornadoes touch down in New Jersey?

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The National Weather Service confirmed tornado touchdowns in Parsippany-Troy Hills in Morris County and Stanhope in Sussex County following Tuesday's storms.

In Parsippany, Morris County officials said emergency operators saw storm rotation as calls began pouring into the county's 911 center. In Stanhope, police reported downed trees and storm damage along Route 206, though no injuries were reported.

A National Weather Service survey map (below) shows crews assessing two North Jersey storm corridors, including an area stretching from Stanhope toward Parsippany-Troy Hills and another near Mendham and Morristown. Officials are expected to inspect damage and determine the tornadoes' official EF ratings.

What damage was reported from the NJ tornadoes?

In Stanhope, police said most damage was confined to major roadways, with downed trees reported along Route 206. One tree reportedly caught fire after falling onto a power line. No injuries were reported.

In Morris County, emergency officials said 911 operators observed storm rotation while calls began pouring into the dispatch center. Nearly 1,000 customers lost power at the height of the storm, though no injuries were reported.

Witnesses described seeing rapidly changing skies, strong winds and extensive tree damage in parts of Sussex County.

What tornado ratings did the storms receive?

As of Wednesday morning, the National Weather Service had not yet assigned EF ratings to the tornadoes in Parsippany-Troy Hills and Stanhope.

NWS survey teams are expected to inspect damage Wednesday before determining the tornadoes' strength. Ratings are assigned using the Enhanced Fujita Scale, which ranges from EF-0 (65-85 mph winds) to EF-5 (more than 200 mph winds).

Additional survey findings are expected after inspections are completed.

Was there a tornado in Cape May County?

The National Weather Service also said it plans a virtual survey involving a reported tornado near Cape May Point. According to the agency, damage in the area was sporadic and the circulation may have dissipated shortly after coming ashore.

Lori Comstock is a New Jersey-based reporter covering trending news with USA TODAY Network's Mid-Atlantic Connect Team. She covers news in the Northeast, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Reach her at [email protected].

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