The following information, from the Township of Nutley Office of Emergency Management, has been prepared to advise residents about preparedness and enforcement during the storm effective TUESDAY, JANUARY 9 - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2024.

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN NEW YORK HAS ISSUED A FLOOD WATCH AND WIND ADVISORY FOR OUR AREA.

A MAJOR STORM WILL IMPACT THE AREA TONIGHT INTO WEDNESDAY WITH HEAVY RAINFALL LIKELY. RAINFALL AMOUNTS OF 2-3 INCHES ARE FORECASTED WITH LOCALIZED HIGHER AMOUNTS POSSIBLE. THIS COMBINED WITH A SNOWPACK AND SATURATED GROUNDS WILL LEAD TO RAPID RUNOFF INTO AREA RIVERS AND STREAMS.

IN ADDITION, SOUTHEAST WINDS OF 20 TO 30 MPH WITH GUSTS UP TO 55 MPH ARE EXPECTED.

Governor Phil Murphy has declared that New Jersey will enter a State of Emergency effective at 5:00pm tonight. 

9-1-1 is for Emergency use ONLY!
Do not use 9-1-1 for complaints or questions.
The direct phone number for the Nutley Police Dept. is (973) 284-4940.
 

PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITIES
All Parks and Recreation activities for Tuesday, January 9th have been cancelled.

NUTLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
All Nutley Public Schools facilities will close at 5:00pm this evening, Tuesday, January 9th

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Avoid flooded roadways: Do not drive through flooded areas for your safety and the safety of others.
• Secure outdoor furniture, decorations and objects. These items could pose a risk during storms as strong winds can turn them into projectiles, endangering people, property and even interrupting power supply.
• Stay away from downed wires; they should always be considered live. Stay at least 30 feet away from downed lines. Don’t go near the pole or anything touching the line, and don't drive over downed wires. Immediately contact PSE&G at 1-800-436-PSEG (7734), or through their mobile app or website, to report downed wires and dial 911 if an immediate hazard exists. 
• Downed wires can potentially be hidden in standing water. Be aware that electric current passes easily through water, so if you encounter large pools of standing water, stop, back up, and choose another path

POWER OUTAGES
In the event of a Power Outage, please notify PSEG directly at 1-800-436-7734. PSEG needs your account number to track outages and locations requiring restoration of power.

If you utilize a portable gasoline or diesel generator, the equipment should be used outside of your home or building and kept at least 20 feet away. These machines pose a fire hazard because of the fuels used to run them. They also can cause a carbon monoxide issue when used inside or too close to structures leading to possible death or serious injury.

MEDICATIONS REQUIRING REFRIGERATION
During a power outage, the Department of Public Affairs will assist residents with refrigeration needs for cold storage of medicines. If you have lost power and need assistance with storing medications, contact the Department of Public Affairs through the Police Department at (973) 284-4940.

WARMING CENTERS
If warranted because of a loss of electricity or a heating issue, the Department of Public Affairs will arrange to have a warming center available. Residents who will need to come to the warming center because of a power outage or loss of heat can call the Nutley Police Department at (973) 284-4940.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Township of Nutley will continue to send updates as the situation warrants. Information will be posted on the Township web site www.nutleynj.org.

Nutley Public School information can be found at www.nutleyschools.org.