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The following is adapted from the latest Hillsdale Police Department Press Release transmitted to local news outlets about the flood emergency that affected Hillsdale during the early morning of August 23, 2010.
Earlier Flood Evacuations Recalled as Waters Recede Chief Chip Stalter wishes to announce that the previous flood evacuations, which were encouraged due to eminent flooding from the Pascack Brook late Sunday, August 22, 2010 – early morning, August 23, 2010, have now been rescinded. Currently, flood waters have receded, but based upon today’s weather forecast the police department will continue to monitor water levels at the Woodcliff Lake Reservoir and Pascack Brook throughout the course of the day. Recapitulation/Abstract:
At approximately 11:30 p.m, on Sunday night, August 22, 2010, the Hillsdale Police Department received a call from United Water, a subsidiary of Suez Environment which provides water utility services to New Jersey, informing the police department that conditions at the Woodcliff Lake Reservoir were conducive for flooding. As a result of this information, the Hillsdale Police Department notified the Hillsdale Office of Emergency Management and the Westwood Police Department. Together with OEM officials, Hillsdale Police Sergeant John Carty and Hillsdale Police Officer Brian McKeever commenced a flood watch. Commensurate with the flood watch, Police Officer Jeff Angermeyer began making certain notifications via Swiftreach, Twitter, and Nixle to nearby households and businesses that could be affected if flood stage is reached. By approximately 1 a.m., Monday, August 23, 2010, the Pascack Brook reached flood stage as predicted. Accordingly, the town’s flood siren was sounded and police officers also gave verbal instructions to affected residents via the public address bullhorns affixed to their patrol cars. Evacuations were encouraged, and many residents opted to leave their homes and remove their automobiles from flood-prone streets. During flood stage, Washington Avenue became submerged by flood waters and was closed to traffic. Several nearby side streets, including Beechwood Drive, were closed as a precaution when standing water began to accumulate. However, no injuries or serious flood damage to any property has been reported. Final Update:
As of 6:00 a.m., the Pascack Brook level has fallen back below flood stage. Since the water level appears to be holding, the flood watch has been terminated. Flood water that washed out Washington Avenue, and standing water on certain nearby side streets, has receded and those streets have already been reopened. Chief Stalter would like to thank the Hillsdale Office of Emergency Management, under the direction of William B. Franklin, and those police officers involved with this emergency for their diligence. ###
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The Hillsdale Police Department is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Crossing Guard. Applications are available for pick-up at the Hillsdale Police Headquarters.
For any questions regarding the duties and responsibilities of a crossing guard guard please call (201)664-4200 extension 1539
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Public Service Electric & Gas (PSE&G) has issued a statement to its customers concerning the recent heat wave. Please see the below information provided by PSE&G:
July 7, 2010
PSE&G Hot Weather Update - 6AM -- About 6,500 PSE&G customers are currently without power this morning due to the extreme heat. Municipalities with more than 500 customers affected include: Fairview, Elizabeth and Jersey City. The utility serves 2.1 million customers statewide. -- Yesterday’s preliminary peak demand for electricity, set at 5 p.m., was 10,804 megawatts, which is the highest so far this summer but still shy of the all-time peak demand of 11,108 megawatts set on August 2, 2006. -- Crews will be working throughout the day to restore power. PSE&G appreciates everyone’s patience. -- Although we expect to have enough electricity to meet demand, it’s always helpful to conserve where possible. PSE&G is providing the following conservation tips: Turn off everything you’re not using; lights, TVs, computers, etc. Use dimmers, timers and motion detectors on indoor and outdoor lighting. Close blinds, shades and draperies facing the sun to keep the sun’s heat out and help fans and air conditioners cool more efficiently. Close doors leading to uncooled parts of your home. With central air, close off vents to unused rooms. Delay heat-producing tasks such as washing and drying laundry or dishes until later in the day, and wait until load is full. Refrain from using nonessential appliances. Unplug or use only when necessary an extra refrigerator in your garage. Also, customers should consider setting their air conditioners to 78 degrees, health permitting.
-- To report a power outage, call PSE&G’s Customer Service line: 1-800-436-PSEG or log on to My Account at www.pseg.com. -- Because the weather is so extreme, PSE&G is activating a Twitter page to keep the public informed about our activities. We encourage customers and constituents to follow us on twitter. This information was provided by PSE&G. Please do not call the Hillsdale Police Department for information about PSE&G, unless reporting an emergency (e.g., new electrical light outages, utility pole fires, etc.).
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Bear Cub Spotted, Tracked in Hillsdale Beginning on the evening of May 5, 2010, Police Headquarters received several reports from concerned residents that a bear cub had been spotted near Langerfeld Drive. Police Sergeant Dan McLaughlin was dispatched and arrived moments later, but the bear fled the neighborhood, seeking refuge in nearby woods. It was determined that the bear cub was not posing a threat to any persons or property, and further concluded that the cub was behaving normally. In the interests of general public safety and as a precaution, the Hillsdale Police Department broadcasted a “Swift Reach” Reverse 9-1-1 notification, which is a town-wide critical message program, alerting residents of the situation via telephone. On the following day, May 6, 2010, Police Headquarters logged reports of bear sightings at approximately 5:42 a.m., and also at approximately 3:28 p.m. once again, the “Swift Reach” Reverse 9-1-1 system was utilized to alert residents. In addition, personal notifications were made to nearby schools. on the latter occasion, the bear’s path was discerned by Police Officer Cameron Arki, acting on information from a resident of Edgewood Court, who reported that her outdoor bird feeder was damaged by the bear while it was seeking food. Officer Arki and River Vale police officers monitored the bear as it headed toward the wooded area between the Hillsdale and River Vale borders. It was confirmed that the animal was a healthy juvenile-male black bear cub. The bear soon disappeared into the woods. It is important to note that this bear, and other similar bears, will periodically travel through the area since larger, stronger bears often drive cubs away from typical bear habitats. Also, once a juvenile bear cub reaches 2 years of age, they naturally separate from their pack and travel alone. In such cases, the bear is not to be intercepted, controlled, or otherwise relocated by law enforcement or animal control authorities. only in those rare instances where mature, adult bears have wandered into very densely populated areas—like town centers, or they are interrupting traffic flow, schools, parks, or playgrounds—will authorities attempt to trap and relocate a bear. Chief Stalter would like to commend the officers involved for a professional and methodical response to this unique incident. He would like to remind residents that black bear cubs are indigenous and, as such, should be respected as wild animals. Sound judgment and proper precautions should be employed by adults and children alike when outdoors. Bears should never be approached, fed, or antagonized. Take proper precautions to ensure that small outdoor pets are protected; also, outdoor food sources and household refuse should always be properly secured. Lastly, Chief Stalter would like to thank and recognize the conscientious men and women of the River Vale Police Department, under the direction of Police Chief Michael J. McCann, who responded to this incident. ###
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