Full Notification

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flood watch for Hudson County, including Hoboken, from 8 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday, March 23 through 2 a.m. Sunday, March 24, 2024.

Prolonged rainfall of 2.5 to 3.5 inches is forecast, with locally higher amounts possible.This is expected to result in flooding of low lying and poor drainage areas, especially during the Saturday night high-tide cycle, which is at approximately 8:45 p.m. in the Hoboken area. Residents are advised to avoid travel during the height of this storm, if possible.

Avoid flood-prone areas   

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) reminds residents to avoid flood-prone areas. Intense rainfall of greater than 0.8 inch per hour could result in flooding in low-lying areas. Do not walk through floodwaters or drive around barricades or through flooded areas.   

No parking signs will be posted in flood-prone areas. The signs are advisories and cars will not be towed, but it is recommended drivers move vehicles prior to flooding. This will assist with post-storm clean up as well.

Barricades have been deployed near flood-prone intersections. Do not walk or drive around barricades or through flooded areas. OEM anticipates the City’s Flood Warning System will be activated during this storm. Do not attempt to drive around gates when they are lowered.  

Please report flooded intersections and clogged drain inlets by calling the NHSA Hotline at (866) 689-3970.   

Discounted Garage Parking to be offered TOMORROW 

The City is offering a special rate of $5 per 24-hour period in Garages B (28 Second St.), D (215 Hudson St.), and Midtown (371 Fourth St.) to residents with a valid Residet On-Street Parking Permit or Temporary Parking Permit. This rate will be available from 9 a.m. Saturday, March 23 (tomorrow) through 9 a.m. Sunday, March 24 at a rate of $5 per night in Garages B (28 Second St.), D (215 Hudson St.), and Midtown (371 Fourth St.)  

Garage space is limited and typically fills quickly during storm events. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Regular rates are in effect at all other times and vehicles will be charged full price if they enter a participating garage before 9 a.m. Saturday, March 23 and/or exit after 9 a.m. Sunday, March 24.

High winds possible    

Winds of 25 to 35 mph are expected in Hoboken at the height of the storm.  Residents are asked to secure loose objects outside or bring them inside, especially from balconies. 

Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines, resulting in power outages. Please report power outages and downed wires to PSEG at https://nj.myaccount.pseg.com/myservicepublic/outagepublic.  

Remain alert, stay informed, and exercise caution   

Residents are advised to monitor local forecasts regularly and are encouraged to follow the City’s social media accounts for storm updates including the Hoboken OEM Twitter page at @HobokenOEM, the City’s Twitter page at @CityofHoboken, and the Hoboken Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/Hoboken.    

Residents, business owners, and other stakeholders are also encouraged to sign up to receive updates via the Nixle System by visiting: www.hobokennj.gov/alerts.   

Click here to learn more about how Hoboken and NHSA prepare for, respond to, and recover from intense rainfall storms.       

Click here to learn more about Hoboken’s efforts to mitigate rainfall flooding.