Winter Storm Forecast Spurs Warnings In North Caldwell

NORTH CALDWELL, NJ -- A weather forecast of an ugly winter storm is spurring advisories across New Jersey, including North Caldwell.

On Monday, Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency in the Garden State ahead of a winter storm system set to bring up to four inches of rain, flooding and wind gusts up to 65 mph that could down trees and cause tens of thousands of power outages. The state of emergency goes into effect across New Jersey at 5 p.m. on Tuesday. Read More: Murphy Declares NJ State Of Emergency Ahead Of Tuesday Storm

Here's what borough officials in North Caldwell had to say about the forecast:

"The weather forecast for Tuesday, January 9 is calling for heavy rain and strong winds. Please clear storm drains of snow and leaves in front of your property. Stay clear of downed wires and do not drive through flooded roadways."

North Caldwell officials said that any power outages should be reported directly to PSE&G by using one of the following options:

• Download the PSE&G mobile app to report outages and receive information on restoration times, crew locations and more
• Report an outage and receive status updates by texting OUT to 4PSEG (47734). You can also report your outage through our app or on our website at pseg.com/myaccount
• To report an outage by phone, call PSE&G at 1-800-436-PSEG (7734)

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