Hoboken Cleans Up From Ida As Some Corners Still Flooded (PHOTOS)

HOBOKEN, NJ — A boil-water advisory from the city of Hoboken was still in effect Friday morning due to area water main breaks and problems at the aqueduct in Cedar Grove following Tropical Depression Ida.

[UPDATE: The city gave updates late Friday and the water advisory was likely to continue into Saturday. Read more here.]

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"Harmful microbes in drinking water can cause illness and could pose a special health risk for infants, some elderly, and people with severely compromised immune systems. Water does not have to be boiled for showering or washing clothes," said the advisory.

"...SUEZ crews are flushing the system in both Jersey City and Hoboken to remove high turbidity out of the system. SUEZ will also continue to collect samples and monitor water quality in the distribution system. The company will work with the DEP to inform residents when the boil water is lifted."

Read the full advisory here.

Councilwoman Tiffanie Fisher said Friday that donations of water are welcome in certain areas.

"The boil water advisory was issued after the heavy rains caused by Hurricane Ida caused damage to the aqueduct in the Cedar Grove Township," it said. "The boil water order is in effect until further notice. SUEZ will notify customers when the order is lifted. Customers should boil their water before using it for drinking or cooking purposes."

Earlier Coverage

The flood-prone mile-square city was still suffering from flooding at numerous intersections Thursday as the city cleaned up after Tropical Depression Ida. Below are photos taken after noon on Thursday. PRIOR COVERAGE: This Time Hoboken's Floods Have Snakes

Meanwhile, weather forecasters were closely tracking the path of Hurricane Larry. Track it here.

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