By: Richard L. Smith
The National Weather Service (NWS) reports that Newark and the North Jersey region have been grappling with torrential storms Sunday night, resulting in localized flooding.
Despite hours of persistent rain leading to some street flooding, conditions are beginning to improve as water levels recede.
The region narrowly avoided more severe impacts, as anticipated 60mph wind gusts underperformed, thankfully sparing the area from power outages and property damage.
With the bulk of the heavy rainfall having passed, the NWS cautions that the region is not completely out of the woods yet.
Monday's forecast includes more rain, primarily before 9 a.m., with a high temperature near 45 degrees.
NWS forecasters say the area will also experience breezy conditions, with a northwest wind blowing at 17 to 20 mph and gusts potentially reaching as high as 33 mph.
The chance of precipitation is 80%, with new precipitation amounts ranging between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
For Monday night, the weather is expected to clear up, leading to mostly clear skies and a low of around 31 degrees.
The humidity will be at 83%, with a northwest wind of around 14 mph and the barometer reading 29.63 inches.
Residents are advised to stay updated on the weather conditions and to exercise caution, especially in areas prone to flooding.