NJ Residents Warned to Watch for Flash Flooding

New Jersey residents — particularly those in the northern part of the state — are being urged to monitor weather conditions over the next several days.

The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management reports that a slow-moving, low pressure system is expected to generate large amounts of rainfall in some areas, particularly in northern New Jersey. The heaviest rainfall is expected Tuesday evening into Wednesday. Flooding could continue in some areas through Friday.

“Be alert and be prepared for adverse conditions,” advises State Police Superintendent Colonel Rick Fuentes, Director of the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management. “Heavy rain can cause flash flooding.  If you are asked to evacuate or take other protective actions, follow the advice of emergency officials. ”

To stay informed of potential flood threats, or to keep track of current weather forecasts and alerts, stay tuned to media outlets and use these online resources and social media tools:

• The official website of the National Weather Service  
• New Jersey Office of Emergency Management Website   
• NJ Alert text messaging system     
• NJOEM on Facebook 
• NJOEM Twitter

Contact your local Office of Emergency Management for information about:

• Warning signals that will be used in your community
• Local radio and TV stations you should tune into for emergency alerts and official instructions
• How to develop disaster plans for your workplace, your children's school or day care center, and other places where your family spends time.

For a listing of County Offices of Emergency Management, visit:

http://www.ready.nj.gov/about/association.html