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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Mary Goepfert
(609) 963-6818
May 17, 2011

NJ RESIDENTS URGED TO MONITOR HAZARDOUS WEATHER, POTENTIAL FLOOD CONDITIONS

West Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management is urging NJ residents to monitor weather conditions over the next several days. A slow-moving, low pressure system is expected to generate large amounts of rainfall in some areas, particularly in the northern part of the state. The heaviest rainfall is expected Tuesday evening into Wednesday. Flooding could continue in some areas through Friday.

“Be alert and be prepared for adverse conditions,”  advises State Police Superintendent Colonel Rick Fuentes, Director of the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management.  “Heavy rain can cause flash flooding.  If you are asked to evacuate or take other protective actions, follow the advice of emergency officials.”

To stay informed of potential flood threats, or to keep track of current weather forecasts and alerts, stay tuned to media outlets and use these online resources and social media tools:

Contact your local Office of Emergency Management for information about:

  • Warning signals that will be used in your community

  • Local radio and TV stations you should tune into for emergency alerts and official instructions

  • How to develop disaster plans for your workplace, your children's school or day care center, and other places where your family spends time.

For a listing of County Offices of Emergency Management, visit:

http://www.ready.nj.gov/about/association.html

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