Hurricane Joaquin strengthens, major impact on N.J. now more likely

UPDATE: Hurricane Joaquin wavers but major flooding still possible in N.J.

Overnight forecast models coalesced around an East Coast landfall late this weekend for now Hurricane Joaquin. While much uncertainty remains about the exact track and intensity of the storm, the forecast is significantly more dire for New Jersey than it was 24 hours ago. Hurricane Joaquin strengthened overnight, and now has sustained winds of 75 miles…