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North Jersey Braces for Heavy Rainfall Flood Watch
27 Aug
Summary
- Flood watch issued for North Jersey on Thursday, Aug. 26.
- Heavy rainfall expected, potentially causing flooding.
- NWS advises residents to monitor forecasts for updates.
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for North Jersey, scheduled to be in effect on Thursday, August 26th. This watch is anticipated to begin at noon and continue through 10 p.m. for the Metro New York area. The affected counties include Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, and Sussex.
Forecasters are predicting the onset of rain and potential thunderstorms around midday. Some of these storms are expected to deliver exceptionally heavy rainfall. The projected total rainfall is between 1 to 1.5 inches, with the possibility of certain locations experiencing up to 3 inches.
The intense rainfall rate, estimated at 1.5 to 2.5 inches per hour, could lead to excessive runoff. The NWS has cautioned that this may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying, flood-prone areas. Flooding is also anticipated in poorly drained urban environments. Residents are urged to stay informed about the evolving forecast.
