Beware Of Flooding In Newark If Bad Weather Hits, Officials Warn

NEWARK, NJ — Snow followed by rain predicted for Wednesday may cause flooding on some Newark streets, officials are warning local drivers.

On Tuesday, the Newark Department of Public Safety echoed a call for caution that weather forecasters have been sounding across the state. Read More: Snow In Wednesday Forecast For NJ: See Storm Timeline

According to Newark public safety officials:

“Snow is predicted before 10 a.m. tomorrow, followed by a mix of snow and rain until 1 p.m., with rain after 1 p.m. Snow accumulations of less than a half inch is expected. A thunderstorm, including heavy rain, is likely between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m. on Thursday with rainfall amounts between 1 inch to 2 inches possible.”

“Drivers are advised to avoid streets that may become flooded,” Newark officials said, adding that the following locations should be avoided due to flooding conditions or the potential for flooding.

• Clay Street and McCarter Highway
• South Street and Van Buren Street
• Jefferson and Chestnut Streets
• State Street near Broad Street
• Jabez and Backus Streets
• 357 Wilson Avenue
• Manufacturers Place and Hyatt Street
• Magazine Street and Avenue L
• Magazine Street and Amsterdam Street
• Raymond Boulevard and Blanchard Street
• Avenue L and Wilson Avenue
• Wilson Avenue and Avenue K
• Mary Street and Avenue L
• Ferry and Foundry Streets
• Hyatt Avenue and Wilson Avenue
• South Street and Adams Street
• South Street and Pulaski Street
• South Street and Pacific Street
• South Street and Dawson Street
• Pacific Street and Calumet Street
• Pulaski Street and Clifford Street
• Jefferson Street and Clifford Street
• Van Buren Street and Clifford Street
• Foundry Street and Roanoke Avenue
• Foundry Street and Avenue P
• Norfolk Street
• Orange Street
• Nesbitt Street
• McClellan Street and Runiak Avenue
• McClellan Street and Frelinghuysen Avenue
• Frelinghuysen Avenue and Peddie Street
• Frelinghuysen Avenue and Noble Street
• Noble Street and Meeker Avenue
• Elizabeth Avenue and Meeker Avenue
• Martin Luther King Blvd. and State Street
• Martin Luther King Blvd. and Orange Street
• Frelinghuysen Avenue and the Route 22 underpass

Don’t think it could happen to you? Here are just a few flood rescues that have taken place in the Brick City over the past few years:

• Read More: Storm Pounds Newark; Dozens Stranded As City Floods (VIDEO)
• Read More: 30 People Trapped In Newark Floods; 'Water Came Up Quickly'
• Read More: Newark Streets Flood; Firefighters Use Boats To Rescue Drivers

While little to no snow accumulation is expected during this weather event, all residents are asked to observe the city’s “No Parking on Snow Covered Roads” regulations in the event of unexpected snowfall, officials said.

Signs have been posted on streets throughout the City of Newark to notify motorists of the streets designated for no parking during snow storms. Motorists and residents are urged to look for the signs to identify the streets where the parking ban will be enforced, authorities said.

The Newark Department of Public Safety added:

“The Department of Public Safety is coordinating responses to burglar alarms, flooding conditions, and other weather-related incidents through the combined use of Police, Fire, and Office of Emergency Management Personnel. Special attention should be given to unsecured outdoor furniture, awnings, refuse, and building materials. For fire safety, please utilize flashlights, instead of candles, should you lose electricity due to this weather event. Please call 973-733-6000 for non-emergency weather-related matters. Dial 911 for emergencies.”

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