Bergen County In The Path Of Nor'Easter, Flash Flood Watch Active

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — Nearly every county in New Jersey is under a flash flood watch as a slow moving coastal storm is set to linger over the area. That storm could bring damaging winds in addition to upwards of four inches of rain, and possible flooding.

Bergen County is one of the 17 under the flash flood watch, which is active starting at 8 p.m. Monday until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.

Governor Phil Murphy declared that New Jersey will enter a State of Emergency effective at 8:00 p.m., in preparation for a Nor’easter storm forecasted to impact the state with severe weather conditions.

“The anticipated Nor’easter storm is forecasted to bring significant flash flooding, coastal flooding, and wind gusts across New Jersey,” said Murphy. “Residents should stay off the roads, remain vigilant, and follow all safety protocols.”

According to the NWS New York, NY office, "a coastal storm will bring a prolonged period of rain, heavy at times, as well as the potential for localized flash flooding, strong winds, coastal flooding, and beach errosion."

It's not yet clear where the location of the heaviest rains and strongest winds will be, but the NWS predicts that rainfall totals will be between 2 and 4 inches, and gusts could reach between 30 and 45 mph, especially along the coast.

As for local impacts, Bergen County officials announced that the groundbreaking ceremony for the new amphitheater and comfort station construction at Riverside County Park South has been moved from Tuesday to Wednesday at 11 a.m.

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