What's all that rumbling and loud explosions going on in piscataway?

What’s all that rumbling and loud explosions going on in Piscataway?

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September 4, 2025
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Piscataway residents warned of loud military training drills through Friday

Piscataway, N.J. – Residents in Piscataway Township are being urged to brace for loud noises at night as the U.S. Department of Defense and New Jersey State Police continue joint training exercises through Friday.

According to officials, the drills will run nightly between 9 p.m. and 2 a.m. at and around the Ericsson site off Hoes Lane. The exercises include aircraft operations, training ammunition, and explosives, prompting warnings about elevated noise levels in the area.

The Piscataway Township Police Department reminded the public on social media Thursday that the activity is part of scheduled training and not an emergency. The drills are expected to conclude by the end of the week.

Key Points

  • U.S. Department of Defense and NJ State Police are conducting late-night training in Piscataway through Friday.
  • Exercises involve aircraft, training ammunition, and explosives, causing significant noise.
  • Residents near Hoes Lane and the Ericsson site are advised to expect disruptions until 2 a.m.

The sounds of training are set to echo across Piscataway for one more night.

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