Widespread Flash Flooding, Warren Residents Told To Stay At Home

WARREN, NJ — Warren Police are warning residents to stay at home as widespread flash flooding is being reported throughout the township.

"Many streets are completely impassable and residents are urged to stay home. Do not attempt to drive thru a flooded street," police said.

Many main roads are closed due to flooding including:

• Washington Valley,
• Dead River Rd,
• Mountainview
• And many other side roads.

Somerset County also pleaded with residents to stay home as first responders across the entire county were overwhelmed. Read More: Stay Off The Roads: Somerset County First Responders Overwhelmed

The Somerset County Emergency Operations Center is also planning to take action and close two flood gates in Bound Brook due to predicted flooding on the Raritan and Millstone Rivers.

The Raritan River in Bound Brook is currently at 31.9 feet high as of 1 a.m. Thursday. It is predicted to rise to 37.5 feet high by 2 p.m. on Thursday, which is above major flooding at 33 feet, according to NOAA.

"In anticipation of flash flooding and to protect residents, businesses and properties in Bound Brook, Somerset County Public Works is planning to close the flood gate on East Street at 8 a.m. on Thursday," said the county.

The Queens Bridge, which crosses the Raritan River between Bound Brook and South Bound Brook, may also need to be closed at 9 a.m. Thursday.

A flash flood watch remains in effect through Saturday afternoon in some areas.

Just over 900 residents are without power as of 1:20 a.m. Thursday, according to JCP&L. An estimated power restoration timeframe was not available.

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