Piermont Waterfront Resiliency Commission

02/22/2026

A Blizzard Warning is in effect through 6pm Monday. The heaviest snow will coincide with the strongest winds Sunday evening into early Monday. Expect heavy blowing snow, visibilities below 1/4 mile, treacherous travel conditions, and sporadic power outages. High tide Monday around 3 AM is forecast from 3.8 to 4.6 feet NAVD88. Above 4 feet we typically see flooding conditions on Paradise, Lot D, Ohio & Ladik, and the River lot. If you park in those areas, you may use lot S by the tennis courts to park for this evening. Please be aware that lot S may not immediately be cleared, but will be safe from flooding.

Our new snowfall totals are between 16 to 24 inches. A state of emergency has been declared by Rockland County, and all cars should be off the road by 6PM tonight to allow crews to perform snow removal, emergency repairs to power, and emergency response to incidents. Garbage collection will be rescheduled from Monday, 2/23 to Tuesday, 2/24 to prioritize snow removal and cleanup on Monday. Please keep your vehicles off the road to facilitate snow removal Sunday and Monday.
Stay home, stay warm, and stay safe.
If you lose power, don't assume the utility is aware, notify them one of these 4 ways:
*At www.oru.com/outage from any computer or web-based mobile device.
*O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play.
*Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 69678 (myORU) or
*Call 1-877-434-4100.

10/29/2025

High Tide Thursday, 10/30 around 6PM may exceed 4 FT NAVD88, and the forecast calls for steady rainfall most of the day and evening, which may result in stormwater backup flooding in low lying areas. Winds from the East above 15 MPH may drive waves onshore in locations with easterly exposure to the river. Impacted areas may include the River lot, Lot D, Paradise Ave, Bridge, Ohio, and Ladik Streets. Waters should recede by 9PM.

10/12/2025

Next 3 tides elevated - overnight parking restrictions lifted tonight, 10/12

Due to the incoming noreaster, our next three tides will be elevated. The track has shifted slightly, and this afternoon's tide is now forecast at 3.8-4.2 feet NAVD88, lower than the forecast from yesterday, but still high enough to expect flooding conditions on Paradise ave, lot D, and Bridge st. Depending on rainfall amounts and timing, the River lot, Ohio, and Ladick streets may also see flooding due to stormwater backup around 3PM. The overnight tide around 3AM is now forecast at 4.2-5 feet, and tomorrow's afternoon tide at 4.6-5.5 feet. Above 5 feet, Ferdon and South Piermont ave become impassable by car, as can Piermont ave in the area of bay street. Winds from the northeast will push waves with additional elevation in areas with easterly exposure to the river, and may bring down trees and cause a loss of power. Rainfall amounts of up to 2 inches are expected during this time. Overnight parking restriction have been lifted, if you park in these areas, please move your car to high ground.

Check the Steven's Institute Flood Advisory System for updates:
https://hudson.dl.stevens-tech.edu/sfas/d/index.shtml?station=U246

Avoid driving on flooded roadways- turn around, don't drown!

If you lose power, don't assume the utility is aware, notify them one of these 4 ways:
*At www.oru.com/outage from any computer or web-based mobile device.
*O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play.
*Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 69678 (myORU) or
*Call 1-877-434-4100.

10/11/2025

Current forecast tides for Sunday afternoon, overnight Sunday into Monday, and Monday afternoon show elevation above 4 feet NAVD88, with maximum possible elevation of 5.8 feet around 3 AM Monday morning. These elevations will occur in the context of periods of rain that may add up to several inches, and will be accompanied by 25+MPH northeasterly winds. These conditions will push waves along the shoreline in areas exposed to the river, and may bring down trees and cause a loss of power. Flooding conditions are expected to begin around 3PM Sunday afternoon, and return with each high tide through Monday evening. Above 4 feet, we typically see flooding in lot D, the River lot, Paradise ave, Bridge, Ohio and Ladik streets. Above 5 feet, Ferdon and South Piermont ave become impassable by car, as can Piermont ave in the area of Bay street. The forecast may change if the storm changes track, and we will continue to monitor and provide an additional update and N2N notice Sunday AM. If you live in these areas, today is a good day to check your sump pumps and make any necessary preparations.

08/21/2025

High Tide tonight, Thursday 8/21 around 9PM is forecast at 4.3-4.6 foot NAVD88. Above 4 foot, we typically see flooding conditions on Paradise ave, Lot D, Bridge, Ohio, and Ladik streets, and in the River lot. Flooding conditions are expected between 8PM and Midnight. Overnight parking restrictions have been lifted, if you park in these areas, please move your vehicle to high ground tonight.
• Do not drive through flooded roadways. Turn around, don’t drown.
• Stay out of floodwaters! Floodwaters hide dangers that can cause sickness, injury, or even death: animals and insects, live wires, dangerous chemicals, sewage, harmful bacteria, and sharp objects and debris.

05/22/2025

Tonight's high tide around 7 PM is forecast from 3.8 to 4.3 foot NAVD88.

Flooding conditions are expected in low-lying areas this evening. Above 4 foot NAVD88 we typically see flooding in Lot D, the River lot, on Paradise ave, Ohio, Ladik, and Bridge streets. Overnight parking restrictions have been lifted tonight. If you park in these areas, please move your car to higher ground.

Check the Steven's Institute Flood Advisory System for updates:
https://hudson.dl.stevens-tech.edu/sfas/d/index.shtml?station=U246

Avoid driving on flooded roadways- turn around, don't drown!

01/27/2025

An interesting article about resiliency work in our sister community Kingston:

Kingston is undertaking a slew of projects to protect its businesses and parks against the rising Hudson River and Rondout Creek.

06/30/2024

Radar forecast for 4PM 6/30-
The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded our entire area to an Enhanced Risk based on increased confidence in damaging winds. The highest probability for severe thunderstorms is from 2pm to 10pm. The main threat is from damaging wind gusts up to of 70 mph. Hail and an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out. Tornados and casualties have been reported with this storm system to our west. Any thunderstorm may produce frequent cloud-to-ground lightning. All these factors mean it is likely we will experience a loss of power, and crews may not be able to respond immediately for repairs.
Damaging winds and tornados are a dangerous situation where you should seek shelter inside a sturdy structure and stay away from windows. You should prepare for a power loss by charging up your phone and assembling any essential items you require if you need to evacuate, and monitor emergency warnings as they are issued.
If you lose power, don't assume the utility is aware, notify them one of these 4 ways:
*At www.oru.com/outage from any computer or web-based mobile device.
*O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play.
*Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 69678 (myORU) or
*Call 1-877-434-4100.
In the event of a loss of power, our Firehouse emergency shelter will be activated and available for those residents with critical medical needs for power, and anyone whose residence is damaged and unsafe.

05/30/2024

DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Portions of northeast New Jersey, including the following
counties, Bergen, Essex, Passaic and Union and southeast New York,
including the following counties, Rockland and Westchester.
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is
occurring or is imminent. Fast responding rivers and streams will
have to be monitored over the next few hours.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 855 PM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges
indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause
urban and small stream flooding. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of
rain has fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Yonkers, Paterson, Passaic, White Plains, Bloomfield,
Hackensack, Orange, Bergenfield, Paramus, Ridgewood, Summit,
Lyndhurst, Millburn, Rutherford, Tarrytown, Dobbs Ferry,
Caldwell, Nyack, Tappan and Harrison.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
INSTRUCTIONS: Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
If you lose power, don't assume the utility is aware, notify them one of these 4 ways:
*At www.oru.com/outage from any computer or web-based mobile device.
*O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play.
*Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 69678 (myORU) or
*Call 1-877-434-4100.

05/10/2024

Overnight high tide around 1:00 AM Saturday, 5/11 is forecast from 3.9 to 4.3 feet NAVD88.

Flooding conditions are expected in low-lying areas overnight Friday into Saturday. Depending on rainfall amounts, tidal flooding could be exacerbated by stormwater runoff early Saturday morning. Above 4 foot NAVD88 we typically see flooding in Lot D, the River lot, on Paradise ave, Ohio, Ladik, and Bridge streets. Overnight parking restrictions have been lifted tonight. If you park in these areas, please move your car to higher ground.

Check the Steven's Institute Flood Advisory System for updates:
https://hudson.dl.stevens-tech.edu/sfas/d/index.shtml?station=U246

Avoid driving on flooded roadways- turn around, don't drown!

If you lose power, don't assume the utility is aware, notify them one of these 4 ways:
*At www.oru.com/outage from any computer or web-based mobile device.
*O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play.
*Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 69678 (myORU) or
*Call 1-877-434-4100.

04/11/2024

Overnight high tide around 2:30 AM Friday, 4/12 is forecast from 4.1 to 4.6 feet NAVD88.

Rainfall accumulations of 1 to 2 inches, with periods of heavy rain and sustained winds from the SE of 10-20 gusting to 40 MPH are forecast overnight Thursday into Friday morning. Heavy rainfall may create flooding conditions on our hillsides, and winds and saturated ground may bring down trees and lead to a loss of power during this time. Wind driven waves may add a foot or more of elevation in areas with eastern exposure to the river during high tide.

Flooding conditions are expected in low-lying areas overnight Thursday into Friday. Depending on rainfall amounts, tidal flooding could be exacerbated by stormwater runoff Friday morning. Above 4 foot NAVD88 we typically see flooding in Lot D, the River lot, on Paradise ave, Ohio, Ladik, and Bridge streets. Overnight parking restrictions have been lifted tonight. If you park in these areas, please move your car to higher ground.

Check the Steven's Institute Flood Advisory System for updates:
https://hudson.dl.stevens-tech.edu/sfas/d/index.shtml?station=U246

Avoid driving on flooded roadways- turn around, don't drown!

If you lose power, don't assume the utility is aware, notify them one of these 4 ways:
*At www.oru.com/outage from any computer or web-based mobile device.
*O&R mobile app from your iPhone, iPad or Android device --- download via Apple Store or Google Play.
*Text messaging by texting “OUT” to 69678 (myORU) or
*Call 1-877-434-4100.