HUNTERDON, NJ; Mercer, NJ; Middlesex, NJ; Somer… — At 219 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Flooding has been reported along portions of Route 1 and the New Jersey Turnpike. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Law enforcement report
Flooding in Hunterdon, NJ; Mercer, NJ; Middlesex, NJ; Somerset, NJ can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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