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New Jersey braces for extreme weather as Nor’Easter takes aim

New jersey braces for extreme weather as nor'easter takes aim

New Jersey braces for extreme weather chaos

NEWARK, NJ – New Jersey has declared a State of Emergency in response to a nor’easter expected over the weekend, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds that could lead to flash flooding. Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., reported on the dangerous conditions anticipated.

Tonight features a 50 percent chance of rain with northeast winds ranging from 9 to 14 mph. Rain is expected to begin Saturday morning after 8 a.m., with winds increasing to 15 to 20 mph and gusts reaching 34 mph.

The storm is anticipated to worsen Saturday evening, with rain continuing and northeast winds around 20 mph, including gusts as high as 37 mph. Rain is forecasted to persist into Monday, with consistent northeast winds between 20 to 22 mph.

Authorities have cautioned drivers to avoid streets prone to flooding. Special attention is necessary for unsecured outdoor items, as gusty winds pose risks of property damage.

The Department of Public Safety plans to address potential weather-related incidents using personnel from the Police, Fire, and Office of Emergency Management. Residents are reminded to utilize flashlights for safety should power outages occur.

New Jersey officials underscore the importance of preparedness during this severe weather event, urging residents to stay informed and alert.

With reports of hazardous conditions expected, Newark is taking measures to ensure public safety throughout the weekend.

Coastal Flood Watch issued for Bergen County as storm approaches

Car driving through flooded road.

Coastal Flood Watch issued for Bergen County as storm approaches

HACKENSACK, NJ — The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Watch for Bergen County from Sunday afternoon through Monday afternoon.

The Bergen County Office of Emergency Management is monitoring a coastal storm that will begin affecting the area starting Saturday afternoon. The storm is expected to bring rain, continuing through Tuesday morning.

Heavy rainfall is anticipated, with the most significant accumulation occurring Sunday afternoon into Monday. Total rainfall for the event is projected to be between 1.5 to 3 inches.

Winds are expected to be in the range of 10 to 20 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 30 mph. These wind conditions may lead to downed tree limbs, which could result in power outages.

Authorities will continue to monitor the developing storm and will provide further updates as necessary.

For residents of Bergen County, preparedness is key as conditions worsen this weekend.

Stay informed as the storm approaches and impacts the area.

State of emergency declared as northeastern storm approaches

State of emergency declared as northeastern storm approaches

State of emergency declared as northeastern storm approaches

LINDEN, NJ – On Friday, a state of emergency was declared across the state in preparation for a northeastern storm expected to affect the region today. Meteorologists forecast 3-5 inches of rain, beginning with showers this afternoon, evolving to steady rainfall overnight, and continuing through Sunday into Monday morning.

Strong winds reaching 40-50 mph gusts are predicted, potentially causing downed trees and power outages. The forecast also includes a significant risk of coastal flooding, prompting a Coastal Flood Watch for several counties, including Linden.

The tidal surge is expected to extend through four tide cycles, with high tides occurring at 12:32 a.m. and 12:58 p.m. on Sunday, followed by 1:39 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Monday. Residents should be alert for possible variations in the storm track that could intensify rainfall and wind conditions.

Residents are advised to keep abreast of weather updates. The Linden Police Department urges the community to sign up for Emergency Alerts and stay connected via social media for updates.

For non-emergency utility issues or outages, residents should contact the following: PSE&G at 1-800-436-7734, Elizabethtown Gas at 1-800-242-5830, New Jersey American Water at 1-800-272-1325, Comcast at 1-800-2662278, Verizon FiOS at 1-888-438-3467, and Verizon at 1-800-827-4966.

The public is reminded to reserve 9-1-1 for emergency situations only. A quote from the notice states, “Non-emergency utility problems or outages should be reported directly using the contact points below.”

Linden braces for potential havoc as the northeastern storm nears, with eyes on the skies and ears tuned to alerts.

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