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The Borough of Waldwick, NJ
Thursday August 8th, 2024 :: 03:47 p.m. EDT

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Weather Update: Tropical Cyclone Debby Update

The system continues to trend faster with lower rainfall amounts for our area.

Key Points for Friday Afternoon through Friday Night

Rainfall: 1-2” for NYC and points N&W, around 1” for LI and S CT Fri Aft through Friday night. Locally, amounts could be higher. Potential for scattered (NYC and points N&W) to isolated (LI & S CT) urban, poor drainage, and quick responding river/stream flooding from heavy rain and saturated grounds.
Severe Thunderstorms: Potential for isolated severe storms with damaging winds gusts and brief tornadoes, along/ahead of cold front Fri Aft through Friday night.
Winds: Southerly winds 20-30 mph gusts 35 to 45 mph possible along the coast Fri Aft through Friday night. Minor tree damage and isolated power outages possible.
Coastal: High Surf and High Risk of rip currents along ocean beaches likely Friday into Saturday.

Forecast Challenges
•Flooding and severe weather potential will be dependent on the track of Debby and the speed of the approaching cold front. These details will be refined over the next 36 hrs. Refer to National Hurricane Center Forecasts for the latest track and intensity information on Debby.

Address/Location
The Borough of Waldwick, NJ
15 E Prospect St
Waldwick, NJ 07463

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1

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