07/18/2026
Here we go again.
Please note for weather update for tomorrow. Be safe.
Well... Mother Nature apparently looked at our quiet week and said, "Hold my thunderstorm." ⛈️😅
🌦️ Morris County Weather Update – Saturday
After giving us a brief break, it looks like we're back on Mother Nature's schedule.
Round 1: ⏰ Approximately 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Scattered showers and thunderstorms
• 40–60% chance of storms
Round 2: ⏰ Approximately 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• A more organized line of thunderstorms moves into New Jersey
• 60–70% chance of storms
• Potential wind gusts exceeding 60 mph
• Rainfall of 0.50–1.00 inch, with isolated areas receiving significantly higher amounts
⚠️ A Flood Watch has been issued for Morris County from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.
Some storms could produce 2–3 inches of rain in just 1–2 hours, which may lead to:
🌧️ Flash flooding
🌊 Flooded roadways
🌳 Downed trees and branches
⚡ Scattered power outages
🚧 Hazardous travel conditions
A few friendly reminders:
🚗 Never drive through flooded roadways. Turn Around, Don't Drown.
📱 Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings.
🔋 Charge your phones and electronic devices before the storms arrive.
🏡 Secure lightweight outdoor furniture and umbrellas before they become neighborhood UFOs. 👽
We have been in contact with our partners at JCP&L and are well aware of their storm deployment plan. As always, we will remain in close communication with them throughout this weather event.
If you experience a power outage, please report it electronically to your electric utility provider as soon as it is safe to do so. Reporting outages helps utility companies identify impacted areas and prioritize restoration efforts.
For JCP&L customers, please use the outage reporting link below. ⬇️
https://www.firstenergycorp.com/outages_help.html
And finally... thank you to everyone who has been sharing weather reports and conditions with us over the past few weeks. Your updates have been incredibly helpful during several busy weather events, and we truly appreciate the outstanding community engagement.
Let's hope Saturday ends up being more bark than bite, but we'll be ready either way.
We will review the latest forecast tomorrow morning and post any significant changes if conditions warrant.
Until then... enjoy the evening, keep one eye on the sky, and maybe don't challenge Mother Nature to a game of "hold my b**r."
Stay tuned, stay weather aware, and stay safe, Morris County!
Morris County Communications Center
Morris County Sheriff's Office
Morris County Government
