The National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook through tomorrow morning. Peak rainfall is predicted between 10 p.m. and 12 a.m. with flash flooding possible as any intense rainfall of greater than 0.8 inch per hour could result in flooding in low-lying areas. Damaging winds are also predicted.
Avoid flood prone areas
The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) reminds residents to avoid traveling through floodwaters and to not drive around or move freestanding barricades.
Residents can report flooded intersections and clogged drain inlets via the NHSA Hotline at (866) 689-3970.
Secure loose objects
Strong winds are predicted during periods of the storm tonight into tomorrow.
The Office of Emergency Management encourages residents to secure loose objects outside or bring them inside, especially off balconies. Outdoor tents should be taken down depending on the wind load.
Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines, resulting in power outages.
Monitor forecasts
Residents should monitor local forecasts for additional advisories, watches, and warnings. Updates will be posted on the Hoboken OEM twitter page at @HobokenOEM. Residents are also encouraged to monitor the City’s Twitter at @CityOfHoboken and Facebook at facebook.com/hoboken, or sign up to receive email or text updates by visiting www.hobokennj.gov/alerts.
Learn how Hoboken and NHSA prepare for, respond to, and recover from intense rainfall storms. Learn about Hoboken’s efforts to mitigate rainfall flooding.
