New Jersey braces for more rain, wind on Friday night while still dealing with flooding
New Jersey is getting ready for more rain as it continues to deal with flooding as rivers rise and crest.
The National Weather Service issued another flood watch for Friday starting at about 10 p.m. through 10 a.m. Saturday morning.
Meteorologist John Cristantello said to expect heavy rainfall, with expectations ranging from 1 to 2 inches. Some areas may experience even greater rainfall, exceeding 2 inches.
The Hackensack River may see minor to moderate flooding during the Saturday morning high tide cycle, said the Bergen County Division of Emergency Management in a statement.
The Saddle River is expected to crest at noon on Saturday at 6.4 feet.
Lincoln Park warns of flooding
In a Facebook post, Lincoln Park Mayor David A. Runfeldt says that areas that experienced flooding from the rain on Tuesday may remain flooded longer than expected due to the rain that is coming later Friday night and early Saturday morning. Additional flooding, however, is expected to be minimal as regards to the height of the water.
Flooding should not be nearly as bad as it was earlier in the week, says the mayor, but areas that have already surpassed flooding water levels may experience some additional flooding.
Runfeldt tells residents that it is urgent to take take the usual precautions regarding your cars, your property and your personal safety now if your area typically floods in these situations.
Lingering flooding along the Passaic River
On Friday morning areas were still dealing with flooding, specifically along Route 20 in both directions from County Road 652 in Paterson, resulting in the closure of all lanes.
Route 46 east in Fairfield, just west of Willowbrook Mall is down to one open lane as flood water caused the closure of the other lane.
Greg Carr, a resident of Zeliff Avenue in Little Falls, said the water has managed to get into the basement but the sump pumps are doing a good job at keeping it manageable. He said his wife and daughters went to stay with family but he stayed home to keep an eye on things as the Passaic River crested.
He said he removed the water heater and stored it on the front porch so it would stay dry.
Carr lives in the same oft-flooded Little Falls neighborhood that Gov. Phil Murphy visited Thursday morning, near the Passaic River, accompanied by Mayor James Damiano and other local officials. The group stood in about an inch of water on Louis Street, but the governor said the same area could see 2 to 3 feet following the crest around 7 or 8 p.m. Thursday.
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The Passaic River rose and hit its peak Thursday night, posing a potential threat of more flooding at low-lying areas along shorelines and tidal waterways.
The river was expected to crest at 9.7 feet on Thursday night, a U.S. Geological Survey map shows.
The forecast calls for rain and wind
In addition to the heavy rainfall, coastal areas are expected to face stronger winds, gusting between 45-55 mph. These conditions pose potential hazards and require residents to exercise caution.
"Winds may cause down tree limbs, resulting in power outages," the Bergen County Division of Emergency Management said.
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Residents are urged to stay informed about the evolving weather situation and take necessary precautions. If you need to travel, be aware of road closures and diversions. Stay tuned to local news updates and follow guidance from authorities to ensure your safety.
This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: NJ weather forecast shows more rain, wind on Friday night
