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Two New Jersey Police Departments Issue False Tsunami Warnings

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Two New Jersey police departments startled residents with a false tsunami warning. Harvey Cedars Police Department tweeted on Monday afternoon that a tsunami warning would be in effect until 2:06 p.m.

Approximately 15 minutes later, the police department realized National Weather Service Mount Holly was testing their system and apologized to followers for any concerns.

Police in Asbury Park, New Jersey also reportedly sent residents an alert regarding the tsunami warning.

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