Governor Sherrill Lifts Nor'easter State of Emergency in Eight New Jersey Counties

Governor Mikie Sherrill has ended the State of Emergency declared in eight New Jersey counties in response to the nor'easter that hit the state.

Executive Order No. 26 terminated the emergency across Atlantic, Burlington, Cape May, Cumberland, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Salem counties, effective Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The original declaration, Executive Order No. 25, had taken effect at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 25, 2026.

"This nor'easter brought serious challenges to communities across our state, especially along the shore, where the Department of Environmental Protection is already working to address beach erosion and protect our coastline," said Governor Sherrill. "Throughout the storm, New Jerseyans looked out for one another, and I'm grateful to our state workers, first responders, and utility crews for their around-the-clock response."

Sherrill said lifting the emergency does not mean the work is finished. "We're staying focused on the families and communities still recovering, and we'll be with them every step of the way," she said.