Burlington County, NJ: Video shows debris hitting traffic camera amid possible tornado; watch

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A video shows debris flying near a traffic camera in Burlington County, New Jersey, as a tornado warning was in effect for the area.

A video from a New Jersey traffic camera appears to show debris being lifted into the air during a possible tornado in Burlington County on social media. The footage emerged as tornado warnings were issued for parts of New Jersey on Thursday afternoon.

The video, shared by storm chaser Max Velocity on X, shows debris being tossed around near the traffic camera.

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The tornado warning has now expired in Burlington County. It remains in effect for Mercer County until 4:30pm, as per NBC.

Earlier, the tornado warning was extended at 4:10pm EST for Burlington and Mercer counties in New Jersey. It was in effect until 4:30pm.

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At 3:37pm EST, a flash flood warning was in effect for Burlington County in New Jersey, as per NBC. It also covers Philadelphia, Montgomery and Bucks counties in Pennsylvania, until 7:30pm.

The NWS warns: “TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.”

As per Courier Post, the NWS says people should get as low as possible. A basement below ground level or the lowest floor of a building offers the greatest safety. People should put as many walls between themselves and the outside as possible.

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