Hazardous Weather Outlook

The National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Morris County. This is in addition to a Flood Watch which remains in effect from this evening - Thursday, December 22nd at 7:00pm through Friday evening - Friday, December 23rd at 7:00pm during which excessive rainfall is possible.

The current forecast data suggests that rain showers are expected to move into our area around midday today - Thursday, December 22nd. Rain is expected to continue throughout the afternoon and increase throughout the evening hours. We expect that the rain will taper off just before dawn tomorrow and continue through mid-morning.

The rain will pick up again as an anticipated cold front moves into our area. A small amount of snow ½” max is possible as temperatures drop. Wind speeds will vary between 10 – 20 mph with gusts potentially over 40 mph. The heaviest, torrential rain is expected this evening - Thursday, December 22nd. Poor drainage and flooding issues remain a concern. Total rainfall amounts of 1- 2” are forecasted with isolated amounts up to 2.5” possible.  

High wind gusts have the potential to impact electrical lines. Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) has brought in additional crews and for the duration of this weather event.

Please prepare yourself and your family for a possible power outage.

If you lose power, report your outage to JCP&L directly by calling 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877), or by visiting www.firstenergycorp.com and clicking the “Report Outage” link on firstenergycorp.com, or by texting 544487. Please have your account number on hand.

If you notice a downed power line or a tree blocking the road, do not go near it, and report it immediately by calling the non-emergency police number at: (973) 543-2581 and pressing 0 to speak to an operator or email: mendhamtwpoem@gmail.com.

Please reserve calling 911 for emergency situations.

We wish everyone a Happy and Healthy Holiday and New Year! Stay safe!