Residents begin the long process of cleaning up their property in the wake of the recent storm.
The day after 'SuperStorm Sandy" slammed into the East Coast, Cranford residents began the long process of cleaning up the damage left in its wake. Despite the devastation, many residents say they fared better than they expected.
County residents have begun the long process of recovering from the destruction left behind by 'Frankenstorm.'
This photo gallery from Jim Lowney with the County of Union shows some of the widespread damage from Hurricane Sandy.
The county has offered the following advice for residents using shelters in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.
The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders has issued the following alerts and updates for residents seeking emergency shelter: “The Union County Medical Reserve Corps has been activated and is working with the Red Cross, Salvation Army and local officials to ensure that emergency shelter is available to all who need it,” said Freeholder Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “If you plan to use a shelter, please take steps to make your stay more comfortable for yourself and those sheltering with you.” To use a municipal evacuation shelter, use the non-emergency phone number for your local police department. Use 911 only to report life threatening emergencies. The Cranford Community Center on Walnut Avenue, adjacent to the Cranford Public Library…
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The following photos were submitted by Cranford residents in the hours after Hurricane Sandy slammed New Jersey.
Hurricane Sandy left dozens of downed trees and power lines in her wake as she pummeled the East Coast. Cranford was spared the devastating flooding experienced during Hurricane Irene, but were left with massive damage to trees and property caused by high wind gusts during the storm. For more news and updates about Cranford and the Hurricane Sandy aftermath, subscribe to our free newsletter, "like" us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CranfordPatch or follow @CranfordPatch on Twitter.
As Sandy moves in, we'll all be struck in our homes or shelters between Monday and Tuesday. Help us keep your neighbors up-to-date by sending in your info and pictures.
Hurricane Sandy is fast approaching New Jersey, bringing heavy rain and strong wind that will likely cause tremendous destruction in our area. To keep your neighbors well informed, Cranford Patch is asking you to send in your pictures of how Hurricane Sandy is taking its toll on your neighborhood. We're also asking for you to send us updates, and let us know what's happening right outside your front door. Is your street flooding? Are there downed trees or power lines? What are you seeing and hearing as Sandy whips through Cranford? Please let us know so we can tell your fellow residents! How? You can: 1. Post a message under this article 2. Upload your pics to this article by clicking "Upload Photos and Videos" 3. Add your photos to our …
All county buildings and offices will be closed on Tuesday.
Due to the approach of Hurricane Sandy, the County of Union has declared a State of Emergency from 6 p.m. tonight to 6 p.m. tomorrow night, county officials said in a press statement at about 4 p.m. Monday. All County buildings and offices will be closed and only essential personnel and emergency responders will be required to report to work. Also, a total of 13 municipalities have declared states of emergencies including the following municipalities: Roselle, Rahway, Clark, Winfield, Berkeley Heights, New Providence, Mountainside, Springfield, Cranford, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Linden and Roselle Park. As a result of the declaration, all non-emergency travel will be prohibited from 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 29 until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30. "…
Another shelter will be established in Woodbridge during Hurricne Sandy.
The following information was provided by the County of Union. The Union County Medical Reserve Corps has been activated to staff a regional shelter at the Cranford Community Center, 220 Walnut Ave. in Cranford. The shelter is accepting pets, however, owners must bring crates for animals, food, and litter and any waste disposal bags, etc. for their pets. If animals pose a threat they will have to be removed. Limited food and water are available for people. No medications will be available. Those in need of the shelter are advised to bring their own medications, any personal hygiene items, etc. Also, a regional Special Needs/Functional Needs Shelter is located in nearby Middlesex County at: the Woodbridge Community Center, 600 Main St. …
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Before Hurricane Sandy officially rears her ugly head, enjoy our photo gallery and feel free to submit any photos you've already taken this season.
In the coming hours, we will no doubt be seeing quite a different picture of autumn weather in New Jersey. In the meantime, enjoy these shots, taken at Echo Lake Park just a few days ago in Mountainside, and at the Farmers' Market in New Providence. As we wait for Mother Nature to play yet another trick on us this Halloween, Patch would love to see your photos. Readers are encouraged to upload their favorite shots of Jack-o-Lanterns, and any other 'lil pumpkin photos before the Frankenstorm arrives!
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The utility is saying that customers who lose power may be without it for a week or more.
PSE&G is reporting about 4,000 customers without power in the early stages of Hurricane Sandy. The majority – about 3,000 – are located in the utility’s southern counties of Mercer, Burlington, Camden and Gloucester. The utility provides electric service to 2.2 million customers. The utility is urging customers to prepare for the possibility of lengthy outages – perhaps seven days or more -- due to the enormity of Hurricane Sandy, which forecasters predict may become the worst storm to hit the Northeast in 100 years. It may take until Wednesday until a full assessment of the storm’s damage can be made and the utility can more accurately predict when full restoration can be made. Other news in the latest PSE&G update from the company:
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Superior Court and a number of county park services have been closed.
The following information has been provided by the County of Union, regarding measures that have been taken to prepare for Hurricane Sandy. County Lakes Lowered: In anticipation of Hurricane Sandy, Union County has lowered the level of several lakes within its parks system. The following lakes have been lowered: Nomahegan Lake in Cranford; Clark Reservoir in Clark; Bloodgoods Pond in Clark; Jackson Pond in Clark and Milton Lake in Rahway. These measures have been taken in order to minimize flooding as the lakes fill up during the hurricane. Superior Court: Union County Superior Court and Vicinage will be closed Monday. Union County Parks System: The Warinanco Skating Center will remain closed Monday for the duration of the storm. …
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