HUDSON; EASTERN ESSEX; EASTERN UNION; RICHMOND… — * WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline.
* WHERE...In New Jersey, Hudson, Eastern Essex and Eastern Union Counties. In New York, Richmond (Staten Island) and Southern Queens Counties.
* WHEN...Late Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Brief minor flooding of the more vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline.
Flooding in Hudson; Eastern Essex; Eastern Union; Richmond (Staten Is.); Southern Queens 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.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS