Severe Storm Anxiety

July 14, 2026

Severe weather can be frightening, and for many people, the anxiety begins well before the storm arrives. A recent study found that nearly one-third of people experience anxiety related to extreme weather.Anthony Rizzo, a Licensed Professional Counselor with Thriveworks Counseling and Psychiatry in Edison, joins the show to discuss “storm anxiety” and how people can better manage it.

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Sean Thrunk
Producer

Sean Thrunk is an award-winning multi-media journalist and graduate of Montclair State University.
He serves as ONNJ’s main editor and as a news producer for ONNJ Mornings with Ken Rosato!