Flash Flood Warning — Mercer County, New Jersey
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued August 3 at 4:19AM EDT until August 3 at 5:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
At 419 AM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges. IMPACT...Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses as well as other drainage and low lying areas. Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Morristown, Somerville, Bridgewater, Dover, Madison, Middlesex, Florham Park, East Hanover, Lincoln Park, Bound Brook, Manville and Kinnelon. This includes the following highways... Interstate 287 in New Jersey between mile markers 12 and 53. Interstate 78 in New Jersey between mile markers 22 and 42. Interstate 80 in New Jersey between mile mar
Effective August 3, 2026 at 4:19 AM ET · Expires August 3, 2026 at 5:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Mount Holly NJ
Expires
August 3, 2026 at 5:45 AM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around...don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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This same Flash Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Mercer County, New Jersey?
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Is this Flash Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 3, 2026 at 5:45 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Mercer County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Hunterdon County, Morris County, Somerset County.