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Mahwah Township
Wednesday June 12th, 2013 :: 07:13 p.m. EDT

Advisory

Flood watch issued for Mahwah

A flood watch has been issued for the Mahwah area from 8 am Thursday through 8 am Saturday. 3 to 4 inches of rain are possible. The storm will develop in the Mahwah area after 3 am Thursday and travel from west to east. The heaviest rain is expected from 2 pm Thursday to 2 am Friday with maximum hourly rates of 1-2 inches. Complicating factors are existing high soil moisture, heavy rain during Thursday evening rush hour, and strong winds. Inland winds of 15-20 mph and gusts of 30-40 mph are expected. Potential impacts include scattered downed tree limbs, and power lines and flooding of flood prone low lying areas. Small stream flooding and river flooding is expected. Ramapo River gauge levels will be issued as necessary.
Stay safe - Mayor William Laforet

Address/Location
Mahwah Township
475 Corporate Dr
Mahwah, NJ 07430

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 201-529-1000

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