The National Weather Service will begin to initiate new Threat Categories of “Destructive” and “Considerable” Damage Threats for Severe Thunderstorm Warnings that trigger Wireless Emergency Alerts on Mobile Phones. These new categories will begin on August 2nd. Please see the following link to the National Weather Service’s website for further information: https://www.weather.gov/news/072221-svr-wea
Daily Archives: July 24, 2021
Newton NJ: Phone Lines are back up and operational. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
Newton NJ: Newton Police Non-Emergency lines are down at this time. If you need the police call 9-1-1. DO NOT call to test the line. Only if you need the police, fire, or EMS.
Today's storms have brought down utility lines in multiple areas in Newton. An energized line on the ground may not spark, smoke or make any noise. Call 9-1-1 if you see one.![]()
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Report power outages by text message: Text “OUT” to 544487. Report power outages by phone call: 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877).