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WALL, N.J. – New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG), the principal subsidiary of New Jersey Resources (NYSE:NJR), announced today that it has pledged $10,000 to the American Red Cross for relief efforts in areas ravaged by Hurricane Katrina.

“This week we witnessed nature’s power and fury as Hurricane Katrina wreaked havoc on the Gulf Coast causing damages in the untold billions,” said Laurence M. Downes, chairman and CEO of NJNG. “Just as the impact of this devastation will be felt throughout the country, so too will the compassion that exemplifies the spirit of the nation. At NJNG, we’re a lifeline utility service provider. In times like these, we’re proud to extend that lifeline to those in need.”

The American Red Cross has launched the largest mobilization of resources for a single natural disaster in the organization’s history. Four truckloads of shelter supplies were sent from the Jersey Coast Chapter on Sunday. Comfort and clean up kits are also on the way to the areas affected by the Category 4 storm. In addition, five Red Cross volunteers from the area, and a total of 26 from New Jersey, have been deployed to help assist disaster victims.

“A hurricane of this magnitude is a true act of nature, something totally beyond our control,” said Bill Murray, CEO of the Jersey Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross. “We can make a difference though, by responding to those who so desperately need our help now. Just as with all contributions, 100 percent of NJNG’s donation will go directly to assist those who have lost so much.”

Anyone who wishes to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund can call 1-800-HELP NOW. Contributions can also be mailed to the Jersey Coast Chapter, P.O. Box 131, Tinton Falls, New Jersey 07724-0131, or to the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013. Internet users can make a secure online contribution by visiting www.redcross.org or www.jerseycoast-redcross.org.

New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) is the principal subsidiary of New Jersey Resources (NYSE: NJR), a Fortune 1000 company and a member of the Forbes Platinum 400. NJNG is one of the fastest-growing local distribution companies in the United States, serving more than 459,000 customers in New Jersey’s Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex and Morris counties. This service area’s demographics and quality of life contribute greatly to NJNG’s growth. NJNG’s progress is a tribute to the dedicated employees who have shared their expertise and focus on quality through more than 50 years of serving customers and the community to make the company a leader in the competitive energy marketplace. For more information, visit NJNG’s Web site at njliving.com.