A Severe Flood Watch is in effect for portions of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York, including Western Passaic, Eastern Passaic, Hudson, Western Bergen, Eastern Bergen, Western Essex, Eastern Essex, Western Union, Eastern Union, New York (Manhattan), Bronx, Richmond (Staten Island), Kings (Brooklyn), Northern Queens, and Southern Queens. The watch is in effect until 22 July 2026, 02:00, as issued by the National Weather Service (NWS).
This alert indicates that flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected from Tuesday morning through late Tuesday night. Average rainfall totals will be between 1 and 2 inches, with isolated totals around 3 to 4 inches possible. Peak rainfall rates in the strongest storms could be near 2.5 inches per hour.
To stay safe, monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. In case of emergency, call 911. Follow guidance from the NWS and local authorities. Avoid low-lying areas and be ready to move to higher ground if necessary.
