Downed Trees Delay Train And Block Roads In Bergen County During Storm: PD

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — After a special weather statement warned of thunderstorms with strong winds on Saturday afternoon, trees blocked roads and railroad tracks and damaged at least one vehicle in Bergen County, said officials and a witness.

The tree pictured above fell on a vehicle on Glen Rock Avenue in Glen Rock on Saturday, causing minor damage to the vehicle, said photographer Boyd A. Loving.

Trees caused delays in other towns.

Police in Washington Township warned around 3 p.m., "There is an emergency road closure on Hoover Avenue between Jackson Avenue and Curtis Place due to a large tree that has fallen during the overnight hours. Currently, PSE&G and emergency crews are aware of the situation and are working to clear the roadway, which is expected to continue into the daylight hours."

They posted a photo of the tree on a dark road.

"As a reminder," they added, "with high winds forecast throughout the day, additional trees and large branches may fall. In the event of a fallen tree or branch damaging a utility line, stay clear from the utility line and report the incident to the Township of Washington Police Department."

And a downed tree delayed a Bergen County Line train heading into Waldwick on Sunday morning, NJ Transit posted shortly after 11 a.m.

"The 11:07 a.m. arrival into Waldwick is currently delayed due to a downed tree near Westmont," they noted.

Another Windy Day In This Week's Forecast

The National Weather Service predicts a windy day this coming Tuesday, with gusts as high as 24 MPH.

See more of Loving's photos of the tree damage here.