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Tuesday’s Heavy Rain, Potential Thunderstorms May Produce Flooding on Newark Streets

Newark

Police officials in Newark are reporting that due to expected heavy rainfall and potential thunderstorms tomorrow, many streets may flood and should be avoided.

Police say rain showers are expected before 2 p.m. followed by a possible evening thunderstorm.

Gusty winds of up to 32 mph and small hail may be included in this weather event.

The following locations should be avoided due to flooding conditions or the potential for flooding:

Clay Street and McCarter Highway

South Street and Van Buren Street

Jefferson and Chestnut Streets

State Street near Broad Street

Jabez and Backus Streets

357 Wilson Avenue

Manufacturers Place and Hyatt Street

Magazine Street and Avenue L

Avenue L and Wilson Avenue

Ferry and Foundry Streets

Norfolk Street

Orange Street

Nesbitt Street

McClellan and Frelinghuysen Avenue, and

Frelinghuysen Avenue and the Route 22 underpass

The Department of Public Safety is coordinating responses to burglar alarms, flooding conditions and other weather-related incidents through the combined use of Police, Fire and Office of Emergency Management Personnel. Special attention should be given to unsecured outdoor furniture, awnings, refuse and building materials. For fire safety, please utilize flashlights, instead of candles, should you lose electricity due to this weather event.

Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about any criminal or suspicious activity to call the Department's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).

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