Morris County Office of Emergency Management

06/07/2026

⚠️ POWER OUTAGE UPDATE ⚠️

Good morning, everyone.

We have remained in contact with our partners at JCP&L throughout the overnight hours and again this morning regarding ongoing restoration efforts.

The good news is that significant progress has been made. While outage numbers have decreased considerably since last night, there are still more than 6,000 customers without power across Morris County.

Municipalities currently reporting more than 100 customers without power include:

• Boonton
• Boonton Township
• Chester Township
• Denville Township
• Lincoln Park
• Long Hill Township
• Mine Hill Township
• Montville Township
• Morris Township
• Mountain Lakes
• Parsippany-Troy Hills
• Pequannock Township
• Randolph Township
• Rockaway Borough/Township
• Roxbury Township
• Washington Township

JCP&L crews remain actively engaged in restoration operations, and we expect outage numbers to continue declining throughout the day.

If your home or business is still without power, please continue to report your outage directly to JCP&L, even if neighboring properties have already done so.

Most importantly, take advantage of what promises to be a beautiful day across Morris County. We appreciate everyone’s patience as restoration efforts continue.

Morris County Communications Center
Morris County Sheriff's Office
Morris County Government

06/07/2026

⚠️ POWER OUTAGE REPORTING REMINDER ⚠️

We are actively working with Jersey Central Power & Light regarding countywide electrical outage issues resulting from this evening’s storm. JCP&L has additional crews on duty and is actively monitoring the situation.

It is extremely important that all outages are reported directly to JCP&L. Residents can easily report outages using their cellular phones or other mobile devices.

Even if you believe an outage has already been reported by a neighbor or another nearby property, please report your individual outage. This information helps JCP&L accurately assess the scope of the outage, prioritize restoration efforts, and identify additional affected customers.

To report an outage, please visit:

https://www.firstenergycorp.com/outages_help/Report_Power_Outages.html

Thank you for your cooperation as we continue to monitor conditions and coordinate with our utility partners.

Morris County Communications Center
Morris County Sheriff's Office
Morris County Government

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06/06/2026

⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE ⚠️

Good evening everyone,

We are now seeing storm activity move through the area. Earlier this evening, we participated in a conference call with our leadership team at Jersey Central Power & Light and are closely monitoring power-related issues and potential impacts.

JCP&L has additional crews on standby and prepared to respond as conditions warrant. However, for the safety of their personnel, crews cannot operate during active storm conditions involving lightning, high winds, or other hazardous weather.

Morris County OEM will continue to monitor conditions, maintain communication with our utility partners, and provide updates as necessary until the storm has passed.

🚨 Please reserve 911 for emergencies only. During significant weather events, our Morris County Communications 911 Center experiences increased call volume. For power outages, utility-related issues, or other non-emergency concerns, please utilize the appropriate reporting channels and allow 911 operators to remain available for life-threatening emergencies and urgent public safety needs.

Stay weather aware and stay safe!

Morris County Communications Center
Morris County Sheriff's Office
Morris County Government
New Jersey Office of Emergency Management

06/06/2026

⚠️ WEATHER ALERT – SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH ⚠️

Good evening everyone,

We hope you enjoyed today’s beautiful weather. Unfortunately, conditions may change quickly this evening.

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 10:00 PM for our area. While the threat is expected to be relatively short-lived, any storms that develop could become impactful.

Depending on how the storms organize, damaging wind gusts of up to 70 mph are possible, along with frequent lightning and locally heavy rain. Wind and lightning remain our primary concerns.

Now is a good time to take a few simple precautions:

✅ Secure or bring inside outdoor furniture, umbrellas, tents, and other loose items.
✅ Charge cell phones and electronic devices.
✅ Be prepared for isolated power outages.
✅ If thunder roars, go indoors. Avoid open areas, trees, and bodies of water.
✅ Never drive through flooded roadways.
✅ Monitor trusted weather sources for updates and warnings.

As always, Morris County OEM and our public safety partners will continue to monitor conditions throughout the evening.

Stay weather aware and stay safe!

Morris County Communications Center
Morris County Sheriff's Office
Morris County Government

05/27/2026

Hurricane Season officially runs from June 1st through November 30th, which means:

• OEM starts watching the tropics 👀
• Weather models become everyone’s favorite hobby 📡
• Bread, milk, and batteries mysteriously disappear from stores 🛒 (please don’t rush out just yet)
• And someone will absolutely ask if a storm in the Gulf is going to hit New Jersey tomorrow 😅

The good news? NOAA is currently predicting a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season for 2026 due in part to El Niño conditions and increased wind shear. However, and this is the important part, it only takes ONE storm to make it a very active season for us locally.

As history has shown with storms like Irene, Ida, and Sandy, New Jersey’s biggest threats are often:
🌧️ Flash flooding
🌊 Storm surge
🌪️ Tornadoes
⚡ Power outages
🚗 People attempting to drive through flooded roadways, and yes, Police, Fire and EMS have conducted rescue operations during storms to remove people from vehicles in flooded roadways. (Please don’t.)

A few important reminders as we head into the season:
✔️ Check your generators now — not during the storm
✔️ Review your emergency kits and supplies
✔️ Know multiple ways to receive weather alerts
✔️ Never drive through flooded roads. We really mean this!
✔️ Have a family plan for children, seniors, individuals with disabilities, pets, medications, and family communication

Our team will continue monitoring conditions throughout the season and, as always, we’ll provide updates and occasional weather-related sarcasm and/or humor that you’ve all come to expect from us. This is, of course, completely dependent on our mood when posting.

Stay safe Morris County… and let’s all collectively agree not to post “we needed the rain” during a tropical storm. 🤝☔



Morris County Communications Center
Morris County Sheriff's Office
Morris County Government

05/20/2026

Weather Update Time… because Mother Nature apparently enjoys keeping us on our toes.

The main line of thunderstorms is expected to stay mainly to our south between approximately 6:15 PM and 7:00 PM. That said, Morris County will still likely get clipped with periods of heavy downpours and gusty winds.

Most wind gusts are expected to remain in the 30–50 mph range (or less), however a few stronger gusts are lurking just to our south and could impact areas near and south of Stirling.

So while this is not shaping up to be a “hide in the basement and grab the canned food” kind of event, it is definitely a good evening to secure anything lightweight outside and avoid testing whether your patio umbrella can achieve flight. 🌂✈️

As always, stay weather aware, use caution while driving during heavy rain, and most importantly stay safe.

05/20/2026

Alright everyone… it’s been a little while since our last weather chat, so Mother Nature apparently felt ignored. 🌩️

Current forecasts show a line of thunderstorms likely clipping portions of the area, mainly along the I-78 corridor, between approximately 5:50 PM and 6:30 PM. While the overall severe threat remains on the lower side, there is still a chance for wind gusts in the 40–50 mph range along with periods of heavy downpours.

So if your patio furniture suddenly starts relocating itself or your trash cans attempt a solo road trip, now’s the time to bring things inside.

Either way, expect a quick round of rain, stay weather aware, and if you can, hang tight indoors until the storms pass.

Most importantly, stay safe and stay dry!

05/17/2026

Today marks the beginning of National EMS Week, a time dedicated to recognizing and honoring the extraordinary men and women of Emergency Medical Services who serve our communities each and every day.

The Morris County Office of Emergency Management and Emergency Medical Services proudly joins communities across the nation in recognizing the incredible work performed by EMS professionals throughout Morris County and beyond.

EMS providers are there for people during some of life’s most difficult and critical moments. Whether responding to medical emergencies, motor vehicle crashes, cardiac arrests, traumatic injuries, public health incidents, large-scale emergencies, or community events, these professionals answer the call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with compassion, professionalism, skill, and dedication.

This week is about more than ambulances and emergency calls. It is about recognizing the sacrifice, commitment, teamwork, and resilience demonstrated daily by EMTs, paramedics, our Morris County Communications 911 Team, team leads/supervisors, educators, healthcare partners, volunteer responders, and all EMS professionals who work tirelessly to protect the health and safety of others.

We are extremely proud of the strong partnerships that exist throughout Morris County among EMS agencies, hospitals, dispatch centers, fire departments, law enforcement agencies, emergency management personnel, and healthcare professionals. The outstanding level of emergency medical care provided throughout our county is a direct reflection of the commitment and professionalism of these dedicated individuals as well as our County Board of Commissioners who prioritize public safety across all disciplines.

Please join us this week in thanking all EMS professionals for their unwavering service to our residents and visitors.

To all of our EMS providers, thank you for all that you do each and every day. Morris County is stronger and safer because of your dedication and service.

Morris County Communications Center
Morris County Government
Morris County Sheriff's Office
Morris County Police Chiefs Association
Atlantic Mobile Health
Atlantic Health
Saint Clare's Health

Happy EMS Week! 🚑❤️👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️🚓🚒🏥📞

05/10/2026

Today, we proudly recognize and celebrate all of the incredible mothers who serve our communities each and every day.

To the dedicated Moms staffing our Morris County ambulances and our Morris County Communications/911 Center, thank you for your compassion, strength, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to caring for others, often while balancing the equally important role of caring for your own families. Your service truly makes a difference in the lives of so many.

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to all mothers serving across every emergency response discipline, including EMS, fire service, law enforcement, emergency management, dispatch, public health, and healthcare. Your professionalism, dedication, and selfless service help keep our communities safe every day.

On behalf of the Morris County Office of Emergency Management, we wish everyone a very Happy Mother’s Day and hope you are able to enjoy this special day surrounded by family, friends, and loved ones.

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our Moms! ❤️🚑🎧🚒🚓🏥

Morris County Communications Center
Morris County Sheriff's Office
Morris County Police Chiefs Association
Morris County Prosecutor's Office
Atlantic Health
Atlantic Mobile Health
Saint Clare's Health
New Jersey Office of Emergency Management

05/08/2026

On Thursday, May 7th, the Morris County Office of Emergency Management, in partnership with the Morris County Communications / 9-1-1 Center, had the distinct pleasure of hosting our countywide EMS partners, Fire Mutual Aid Coordinators, and valued healthcare partners from Atlantic Ambulance, Atlantic Health System, and Saint Clare’s Health System/EMS.

The overwhelming attendance filled our Emergency Operations Center, demonstrating the strong commitment across all disciplines to preparedness, coordination, and public safety.

Together, we worked collaboratively to prepare for the convergence of several major upcoming events, including the FIFA World Cup 2026, America 250 celebrations, and other large-scale regional gatherings across New Jersey. These events will bring increased demands and complex operational challenges that require a unified, well-coordinated response.

The evening focused on strengthening our Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) preparedness through:
• Communications and interoperability enhancements led by the Morris County Communications Center
• MCI education, triage operations, and ICS integration
• A comprehensive overview of the Morris County MCI Plan and regional coordination
• Collaboration with our healthcare partners to ensure seamless patient care and transport

Participants also had the opportunity to view key response assets, including the Mobile Ambulance Bus, Mass Care Response Unit, Command Bus, Staging Trailer, and Field Communications vehicle.

This effort reflects our continued commitment to an all-hazards approach, ensuring that our first responders are equipped, trained, and ready to safely and effectively serve the public under any conditions.

We are grateful for the dedication of the many first aid squads, EMS agencies, fire departments and law enforcement agencies that continue to support this mission. Your professionalism and commitment are what make a coordinated countywide response possible.




Morris County Government
Morris County Communications Center
Morris County Police Chiefs Association