Manville Borough OEM

08/26/2026

As we have seen many time this summer. The forecast again is for possible flash flooding from forecasted rain that is expected tomorrow.

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Somerset County. This flood watch takes effect on August 27 at 12PM and will expire on August 28 at 4AM.

Flash Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop by mid-day Thursday. Some of these showers and thunderstorms are expected to produce very heavy rainfall. 1-2 inches of rain can be expected with localized amounts of 3-5 inches possible in the strongest storms.

It is important to have ways to receive alerts. Sign up for emergency alerts here! https://www.somersetcountynj.gov/about/emergency-alerts

Somerset County OEM is closely monitoring this situation and will provide updates, as necessary.

08/20/2026

08/20/2026

Are you ready to step up and serve your community?

CERT is an all-hazard, all-risk training program designed to teach you how to protect yourself, your family, your neighbors and community during a disaster situation. CERT training promotes a partnering effort between emergency services and the people in the communities they serve.

This course is free to all residents of Somerset County and starts on September 23rd, 2026. Attendance at all class sessions is required.

Registration for this class is due by September 2nd, 2026, but don't wait, spots are filling up fast.

Register today at this link! https://www.somersetcountynj.gov/government/public-health-safety/emergency-management/cert-volunteers

08/18/2026

Manville CERT is always looking for new members. For info please reach out to OEM Director Bentz @ [email protected].

Are you ready to step up and serve your community?

CERT is an all-hazard, all-risk training program designed to teach you how to protect yourself, your family, your neighbors and community during a disaster situation. CERT training promotes a partnering effort between emergency services and the people in the communities they serve.

This course is free to all residents of Somerset County and starts on September 23rd, 2026. Attendance at all class sessions is required.

Registration for this class is due by September 2nd, 2026, but don't wait, spots are filling up fast.

Register today at this link! https://www.somersetcountynj.gov/government/public-health-safety/emergency-management/cert-volunteers

08/11/2026

We are currently accepting applications for the position of police officer. Please visit www.Policeapp.com for more details.

08/10/2026

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Somerset County. This watch has already taken effect and will expire tonight at 9PM.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for the development of Severe Thunderstorms. A Severe Thunderstorm is defined as a storm producing hail one inch or larger in diameter and/or winds equal or exceeding 58 miles an hour.

Having a way to receive emergency alerts is essential to your safety. Sign up for Emergency Alerts! https://www.somersetcountynj.gov/about/emergency-alerts

Somerset County OEM is closely monitoring this situation and will provide updates as necessary.

08/10/2026

Prior to today's severe thunderstorm risk, it will be yet another hot and humid day with highs in the low to mid 90s in many areas. Tuesday through Thursday won't be quite as hot, then much more pleasant conditions are expected for Friday and Saturday. Remain weather aware today! ⛈️

08/07/2026

⚠️⛈️ The risk for severe thunderstorms has increased for late this afternoon and evening, especially along and northwest of I-95. Any storms could be capable of producing locally damaging winds and heavy rainfall which could lead to flash flooding. Remain alert for changing weather conditions this afternoon and evening.

Prior to any storms developing, it will be another hot and very humid day, with heat indices near 100° in many areas by this afternoon. Stay hydrated and take frequent breaks if you must spend extended time outdoors.

08/06/2026

🥵⛈️ An extended period of hot and, most notably, very humid conditions begins today. Highs in the upper 80s to low 90s, but very high humidity will cause heat indices in the upper 90s to low 100s. Stay hydrated and take frequent breaks if you must spend extended time outdoors.

Scattered afternoon and evening showers/storms along and NW of I-95 could produce localized flash flooding and damaging wind gusts. NEVER drive through flooded roads! Similar weather conditions expected each day through early next week, though Sunday does look dry area wide.

08/02/2026