SOMERDALE, NJ — Severe weather swept through the Somerdale Road area early Friday, bringing high winds and heavy rain that knocked down multiple trees and blocked key roads in local neighborhoods.
At 5:10 a.m., the storm brought strong gusts that caused a large tree to fall across Roberts Drive at the entrance to the Broadmoor Development, effectively cutting off access to the residential area. Additional trees were reported down on surrounding streets.
Key Points
- High winds and rain caused multiple downed trees in the Somerdale Road area early Friday morning.
- A tree blocked Roberts Drive at Broadmoor Development’s entrance, with others down on nearby roads.
- Drivers are advised to expect delays while cleanup operations are underway.
One particularly large tree was spotted on Chatham Road off Roberts Drive, further illustrating the extent of the damage in the area.
Officials issued a traffic advisory at 7:10 a.m., urging motorists to “use caution and expect delays” while crews work to clear the debris and restore normal access. No injuries were reported.
Emergency and public works personnel were dispatched to the scene to remove the fallen trees and assess infrastructure impacts. There is no current estimate for when all affected roads will be cleared.
The storm is part of a larger weather system moving through the region, bringing wind and rain-related hazards throughout the morning commute.
