Over 1K Lost Power In Ridgewood As Ida Pummeled New Jersey

RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Over 1,000 people lost power in Ridgewood as the remnants of Tropical Depression Ida brought excessive rain, flooding and even confirmed tornadoes to parts of New Jersey.

PSE&G reported that 1,080 people were without power in the village around 7:30 p.m., making up the vast majority of the 1,500-plus customers affected. By just after 9 p.m., however, the number dwindled to just 120.

That wasn't the end of the problems for the village, however, as multiple roads were flooded as heavy rains hammered North Jersey.

This comes as the National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for parts of the state, including Bergen County, until 1 a.m. on Thursday.

But, at least so far, North Jersey hasn't faced the worst of the storm, with a confirmed tornado already reported in various South Jersey communities, including Woodbury, Mullica Hill, Beverly and Florence.

Video of the probable tornado over Gloucester County was posted to Twitter.

Flooding is expected to impact Bergen County, according to the Lodi Police Department.

"The Saddle River is expected to overflow tonight/tomorrow. River flooding expected 10pm. Remove cars from flood prone areas of town. Beware of basement and ground floor flooding. Stay off roads this evening. Do not drive on closed roads," they said.

The river flows through many Bergen County towns, including Glen Rock and Ridgewood.

The National Weather Service predicted 3 to 6 inches of rain in North Jersey, with West Milford most affected at 6.24 inches. Forecasts for the Paramus area call for 5.73 inches of rain, while the agency expects Morristown to get 5.81 inches.

In Wayne, officials have warned that flash flooding could happen, as well as "major river flooding overnight and through the next few days."

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