Flood Warning Issued For Ramapo River In Mahwah

MAHWAH, NJ — A flood warning was just issued for Ramapo River in Mahwah.

Minor flooding is forecast on Monday for the Ramapo River affecting Bergen, Passaic, Orange and Rockland Counties; and will likely affect travel on Route 202, according to the National Weather Service.

The warning, issued at about 11 a.m., is in effect until this evening, the NWS said.

At 10:30 a.m., the Ramapo River level had reached the flood stage of eight feet and is expected to surpass the stage this afternoon, the government agency said.

The river's water levels compare to a previous crest of 8.1 feet, gauged in December 2008, the agency said.

The warning was sent out just before a flood advisory for Bergen County, which refers to potential for flooding of small streams and in poor-drainage areas.

In the warning and advisory, the NWS cautioned motorists against trying to drive through flooded areas, and said to "turn around" when encountering flooded roads.

"Most flood deaths occur in vehicles," the agency said.