With a dangerous nor’easter slated to slam the Garden State over the weekend, acting Gov. Tahesha Way has declared a state of emergency.

Way is serving in the acting capacity while Gov. Phil Murphy is out of the state on personal travel until Tuesday.

Executive Order No. 399 goes into effect Oct. 11 at 10 p.m. The storm will hit the state Sunday and continue into Oct. 13, according to forecasts.

“Starting on Sunday, a dangerous coastal storm will begin to move past our state with extreme weather conditions for several counties, especially those on the Shore,” said Way. “In preparation for this storm, I am issuing a State of Emergency for all 21 counties out of an abundance of caution, authorizing our state’s emergence services personnel to activate as necessary.”

The forecast says the storm will bring:

• Moderate to major coastal flooding
• Instances of inland flash flooding
• Sustained winds of up to 60 mph
• Localized precipitation of up to 5 inches
• Very high surf

The impacts could potentially cause significant beach erosion and dune breaching.

Way pointed New Jerseyans to Ready.nj.gov for important weather updates and safety information.

“I urge all New Jerseyans to exercise caution, monitor local weather forecasts and warnings, stay informed on evacuation protocols, and remain off the roads until absolutely necessary,” said Way.

On social media, Murphy posted, “A State of Emergency has been issued for all 21 counties beginning at 10 p.m. The Nor’easter heading our way is expected to bring heavy rain, wind, and potential flash flooding Sunday into Monday. Stay alert and stay safe, New Jersey!”

Please stay tuned to NJBIZ for any updates and latest developments on the weekend storm.