Ridgewood Office of Emergency Management

07/04/2023

05/28/2023

Memorial Day traffic alert: Expect delays and road closures on the east side of town between 6AM and 2PM tomorrow for the annual Memorial Day Run. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area between Maple Ave and Pleasant Ave. Grove St between Prospect St and Paramus Rd will be open and is the suggested detour. Hospital access is via Linwood Ave from North Pleasant Ave.

06/13/2022

TRAFFIC ALERT :

EAST GLEN AVENUE BETWEEN VAN EMBURGH AND SADDLE RIVER ROAD IS CLOSED FOR POWER LINES DOWN.

GLEN SCHOOL ACCESS VIA QUACKENBUSH

04/01/2022

There was a bomb threat at Ridgewood high school phoned into central dispatch. Ridgewood police assisted by numerous agencies searched the interior and exterior of the school and confirmed this was a false threat. The Ridgewood Detective Bureau assisted by the Bergen county prosecutors office is investigating the call. There is currently no threat to the students.

02/05/2022

Temperatures continue to drop below freezing this eve. Here is a recent radar image with an approximate line where 32 degrees lies. If you are north of it, temperatures are below freezing. Expect temperatures to drop shortly to the south of the line and watch for icy conditions.

01/29/2022

The continuous trickle of snow combined with low temperatures continues to leave roads slippery. Our road crews are working quickly to make the roads as safe as possible.

🏠 Stay at home
🚫🚙 All-wheel drive is NOT all-wheel stop, keep distance while driving
🧥 Dress in layers when outdoors

01/28/2022

Be prepared for the heavy snow tonight by following these simple tips for your household.

🚫🛣️Stay off the roads
🔌Charge your devices
💡Report outages to PSEG: 800-436-7734
🧥Dress warmly

01/28/2022

Since most areas are expected to receive 6+ inches of snow, please be mindful of these potential impacts. Prepare ahead of time and stay tuned for any changes.

01/28/2022

Ridgewood is under a Winter Storm Warning into tomorrow with a total of 5"-10"+ expected in the Village. Fast accumulating snow and strong winds may lead to blizzard conditions.

🏠 Stay inside and minimize travel tomorrow
🚗 All-wheel drive is NOT all-wheel stop!
⚠️ Stay alert for quickly changing conditions
➡️ Follow US National Weather Service New York NY for updates on snow conditions

01/28/2022

01/27/2022

5"-10" of snow is expected to fall Friday night into Saturday. Fast falling snow and wind gusts near 45mph can create blizzard conditions.

🥯💊 Ensure you have enough food, water, and prescription medications for your household
🚧 Limit travel during and immediately after the storm
📻 Follow US National Weather Service New York NY for updates

01/06/2022

A winter storm is expected tonight, with snow totals expected to be 4-6" in the Village.
🚫 Do not make unnecessary travel until roads are cleared
⚡ Ensure your devices are charged in case the power goes out
👉 Follow US National Weather Service New York NY for weather updates