By: Richard L. Smith

As Hurricane Erin moves farther out into the Atlantic, its impact is still being felt along New Jersey’s coastline.

Though the storm is no longer tracking toward the U.S. directly, its proximity has generated powerful waves, flooding concerns, and prompted Governor Phil Murphy to issue a state of emergency for coastal areas.

While the beaches take a beating from swells measuring between 9 and 13 feet, inland regions are waking up to a cooler but pleasant start to the day.

In downtown Newark, early morning temperatures hovered around 64 degrees, slightly warmer than Thursday but still brisk enough to warrant a jacket for those headed out to work or school.

Some parts of North Jersey, including Somerville, Morristown, and Sussex County, reported temperatures in the

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