Ridgewood NJ, FLASH FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM EDT THIS MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON. The Flash Flood Watch continues for Portions of southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey and southeast New York, including the following areas, in southern Connecticut, Northern Fairfield, Northern Middlesex, Northern New Haven, Northern New London, Southern Fairfield, Southern Middlesex, Southern New Haven and Southern New London. In northeast New Jersey, Eastern Bergen, Eastern Essex, Eastern Passaic, Eastern Union, Hudson, Western Bergen, Western Essex, Western Passaic and Western Union. In southeast New York, Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), New York (Manhattan), Northeast Suffolk, Northern Nassau, Northern Queens, Northern Westchester, Northwest Suffolk, Orange, Putnam, Richmond (Staten Island), Rockland, Southeast Suffolk, Southern Nassau, Southern Queens, Southern Westchester and Southwest Suffolk.
Ridgewood NJ, the National Weather Service has extended the Flood Warning for Urban area and small stream in Bergen County in northeastern New Jersey , Northern Essex County in northeastern New Jersey…
Hudson County in northeastern New Jersey,Passaic County in northeastern New Jersey , Bronx County in southeastern New York New York (Manhattan) County in southeastern New York , Southeastern Orange County in southeastern New York , Queens County in southeastern New York, Rockland County in southeastern New York , Southern Westchester County in southeastern New York.
Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock Police report last Monday at 7:13 p.m. patrols, along with Glen Rock Firefighters, responded to a Southboro Lane home to investigate a flooding condition which was reported to be affecting the utilities in the home. It was determined that leaves had blocked a storm drain and caused the street to flood onto the resident’s property and into the garage and basement of the home. The fire department was able to make conditions safe and the DPW was called out to remove the leaves from the affected area before more damage occurred.
Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Library Board member asked resident Steve Kim,
” Did you ever consider that the architect specializes in libraries, our thousands of patrons and library staff that serves the community EVERYDAY should have a pretty good idea what the library might need”
Yuup we sure did and you know Ridgewood has heard that all before.
Ridgewood NJ, The National Weather Service in Upton NY has issued a * Urban and Small Stream Flood Advisory for Poor Drainage Areas for… Hudson County in northeastern New Jersey… Passaic County in northeastern New Jersey… Union County in northeastern New Jersey… Bergen County in northeastern New Jersey… Essex County in northeastern New Jersey… * Until 800 AM EDT. *
At 635 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to an area of thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding. Overflowing poor drainage areas will result in minor flooding in the advisory area. Up to one inch of rain has already fallen, with an additional half inch likely in areas. * Some locations that will experience flooding include… Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Elizabeth, Passaic, Bayonne, Wayne, Hoboken, Plainfield, Bloomfield, Hackensack, Linden, Orange, Bergenfield and Paramus.
Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood will be holding its inaugural Floodplain Management Symposium on January 21, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. in the Court Room, Level 4, located at Village Hall, 131 North Maple Avenue.
Staff from the Engineering Division and Building Department will host an open forum on topics ranging from purchasing in the floodplain to filing flood related insurance claims with your insurance agent. Village staff would like to hear from realtors and insurance agents about their experiences. These experiences will help our residents gain valuable information from these lessons learned.
Residents are invited to come and learn firsthand. Topics will also include flood preparedness and flood protection.
If have any specific topics or further questions please contact Jovan Mehandzic at jmehandzic@ridgewoodnj.net
Newark NJ, The Office of the Attorney General and the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs today warned residents in flood-ravaged New Jersey communities in Bergen, Essex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Passaic counties to beware of price gouging and other disaster-related consumer fraud in the aftermath of this week’s torrential rains.
Little Falls NJ, Senator Kristin M. Corrado,Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips , Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney with Governor Phil Murphy, Mayor Kazmark and Mayor Damiano toured the damage caused by Saturday’s flooding in Little Falls and Woodland Park.
Fair Lawn NJ, Personnel from Fair Lawn Fire Department, the Fair Lawn Heavy Rescue Squad, and Elmwood Park Fire Department deployed a small boat to rescue the occupants of a 4-door sedan who became trapped in their vehicle by rising flood waters late Saturday afternoon, 08/11. The incident occurred on eastbound Broadway, under the NJ Transit railroad trestle, Fair Lawn shortly after 5 PM. All occupants were safely removed from the car and refused medical aid. A tow truck removed the soaked vehicle from the roadway.
Photo by Gail McLaughlin McCarthy yesterday 4/16/18
April 17,2018
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood High School field flooded again , Readers Say Turf Fields Exacerbate Village Flooding, sounds familiar and yes it is ,from August 2,2014 ,
Is seems ever time it rains now , significance damage is done to our playing fields and Village property .We were told the turf fie;ds would drain faster , well yes they sure do but the water still needs some place to go like the Village Hall , the Ridgewood library .Since the Village Hall Rebuilding Fiasco , and the addition of turf fields along the Ho Ho Kus brook the 50 year flood has now become an almost yearly event .
Is it time to recognize the damage to the environment all this turf is doing ?The problem is not just the fields at Stevens ,Maple and the RHS Stadium but the many turf fields all along the banks of our rivers all over Bergen County . Again the water needs some place to go https://theridgewoodblog.net/readers-say-turf-fields-exacerbate-village-flooding/
Flood Watch
National Weather Service New York NY
353 AM EDT Mon Jul 24 2017
…Flash flooding possible this morning…
…FLASH FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EDT THIS
MORNING…
The Flash Flood Watch continues for
* Portions of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York,
including the following areas, in northeast New Jersey,
Eastern Bergen, Eastern Essex, Eastern Passaic, Eastern Union,
Hudson, Western Bergen, Western Essex, Western Passaic, and
Western Union. In southeast New York, Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn),
New York (Manhattan), Northern Nassau, Northern Queens,
Northwestern Suffolk, Orange, Richmond (Staten Island),
Rockland, Southern Nassau, Southern Queens, Southern
Westchester, and Southwestern Suffolk.
* Until 11 AM EDT this morning
* An area of low pressure along a frontal boundary will pass just
south and east of Long Island. Rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches
an hour are possible and may lead to flash flooding for the New
York City metropolitan area. Flash flooding will also be
possible for portions of the Lower Hudson Valley.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Flash Flood Watch means that conditions may develop that lead
to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation.
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should flash flood warnings be issued.
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Flooding and standing water in your basement or crawlspace is nothing but trouble. If your basement isn’t dry, moisture can damage your foundation, wooden structural elements, and more. It also promotes mold growth, which can compromise your indoor air quality and cause respiratory infections and other health problems.
At A1 Sewer & Drain Services, we provide professional sump pump installation in New Jersey to help homeowners and businesses eliminate standing water in a basement or crawl space. You can call us any time for a free cost estimate and consultation regarding your standing water problem and basement drainage needs, at 201-645-0888.
Preventing Basement Flooding & Repair Costs with Sump Pump Installation in NJ
Obviously, basements are generally partially or completely below ground. This puts them at an increased risk of flooding and standing water. Installing a basement sump pump can go a long way toward protecting your basement from accidental flooding and standing water in the event of a burst pipe, stormwater intrusion, or other emergencies.
If your basement doesn’t already have one, you may want to consider installing a sump pump. The average cost for the unit and basin, plus professional sump pump installation, is far lower than the average cost of extensive repairs after basement flooding– a serious basement flood can cost as much as $50,000 to completely repair!
What Is a Sump Pump?
Sump pumps use an impeller mechanism to forcibly remove water from the sump basin into which it flows, sending it safely away into a discharge line to prevent standing water from accumulating. Sump pumps are strongly recommended by drainage experts for buildings and homes that have a below-ground basement or crawlspace, which is common in New Jersey. Many sump pumps are even equipped with an alarm system, some of which will notify you on your smartphone if water levels are rising.
Many sump pumps rely on a direct connection to a power outlet. In severe weather where stormwater flooding is a serious possibility, power outages could disable the pump when it’s needed. Installing a secondary backup sump pump prevents this. Backup sump pumps have a battery, and are designed to activate when your primary sump pump fails. You can also find combination sump pumps with a backup battery.
Replacing Your Existing Sump Pump in NJ
You don’t want your sump pump to fail when you need it. Sump pumps have a limited service life, just like any other appliance. A good sump pump will last for over a decade, but you’ll eventually need a new one when it wears itself out.
Before it fails completely, an aging sump pump will start showing signs that its time is coming to an end. Some of the telltale signs that you need to replace your sump pump soon include:
Rapid cycling. If your sump pump is turning itself on and off constantly, it might be time to replace it. This problem can also result from maladjusted float switches, or from a sump basin that’s too large for your pump.
Long run times. Sump pumps don’t normally run for more than a minute or so. If it goes on longer, it could be underpowered relative to the amount of water it needs to move. You may want sump pump replacement, with a larger model that can better accommodate the expected flow.
Excessive noise. Old sump pumps with worn-down mechanical parts or a burnt motor bearing will make a lot of noise.
When you’re choosing a new sump pump, you’ll want to make sure you choose a model that’s the right size and power level. Sump pump horsepower can range from ¼ to ⅓, and your needs will depend on how much water your pump needs to handle.
Local Plumbers for Sump Pump Services in NJ
At A1 Sewer & Drain Services, we’re always available for sump pump installation, repair, and replacement throughout north New Jersey. We provide same-day service and 24/hour emergency repairs throughout the area, including:
As many of you may know by now, Governor Chris Christie issued a State of Emergency this morning, alerting the public to be ready if Hurricane Joaquin’s trajectory brings it to N.J.
I am writing to you to let you know that we have been and will be on top of this situation. Your Village staff began preparations earlier this week, and we met this morning to continue our monitoring of this situation. Police, Fire and Emergency Services are all prepped and ready to go as is our DPW, Sewer & Water staff.
Currently one of Joaquin’s possible trajectories has it arriving Monday evening into Tuesday. We will keep you informed as more is known. So please take any storm preparedness steps that you normally would. Our Office of Emergency Management has a website page for tips and planning for hurricanes. Here is the link.
Hopefully the hurricane will take another track and we will not be impacted.
Our primary concern over the next couple of days is the possibility of high winds and significant rainfall possibly resulting in flooding and tree damage. The risk of tree damage has increased due to the drought conditions that we have been experiencing. The timeframe for this weather appears to be Friday evening through Saturday. We have staff and contractors on call in the event of downed trees or other emergency situations.
If you or anyone in your neighborhood has tree damage that results in a compromised street situation, please call (201) 652-3900: appropriate resources will be identified and deployed.
If your power goes out, please call PSE&G directly – 1(800) 436-PSEG; this will result in the most effective servicing.
Sign-ups for E-Notices as well as telephone notifications can be done on our website (www.ridgewoodnj.net). Please reach out to your neighbors who may not receive E-Notices or reverse 911 calls.
For anyone with special needs/disability related requirements, please email jkleiman@ridgewoodnj.net.
Best regards,
Roberta Sonenfeld
Village Manager
201-670-5500, ext. 203
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Flooding caused when Crash takes out Fire hydrant closing right shoulder of 17 south in Paramus
August 14,2015
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Paramus NJ, Paramus Police Department units on the scene of a motor vehicle collision in which a fire hydrant was struck on Route 17 southbound in Paramus, just south of Ridgewood Avenue, on Friday, 08/14.
The force of the collision’s impact sheared off the hydrant at its base causing a water leak that closed the right shoulder and right & center travel lanes of the highway for approximately two (2) hours beginning at 3:45 PM. Southbound traffic on Route 17 was backed up for miles as a result, and there was heavy rubbernecking northbound. The center travel lane of the highway was opened shortly after 5:30 PM.
No information about the number vehicles involved in the collision, nor the nature of any injuries, was available from police on the scene. A worker from United Water was observed at the scene attending to the leak.
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