TRAFFIC ADVISORY - Today’s Anticipated Rain and Thunderstorms May Produce Flooding 
Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., reports that due to today’s anticipated rainfall and thunderstorms, many streets may be flooded and drivers should avoid them.
Today, thunderstorms are expected to begin after 2 p.m. and continue to 5 p.m. Tonight, showers and thunderstorms are likely to continue through 2 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
Drivers should avoid the following locations due to the potential for flooding:
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The Department of Public Safety is coordinating responses to burglar alarms, flooding conditions, and other weather-related incidents through the combined use of Police, Fire, and Office of Emergency Management Personnel. Special attention should be given to unsecured outdoor furniture, awnings, refuse, and building materials.
For fire safety, please utilize flashlights instead of candles, should you lose electricity due to this weather event. #newarknj #publicsafety #police #community #partnership #cops #traffic #flooding
Address/Location
City of Newark Police Division
480 Clinton Ave
Newark, NJ 07108
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 973-733-6000
