Government

National Weather Service Issues Storm Warning for Rockland County for Thursday and Friday

Published

3 years ago

September 28, 2023

From The National Weather Service – A slow moving coastal low will bring moderate to heavy rain, gusty winds, minor coastal flooding and beach erosion to the area Tonight into Saturday.

Total Rainfall – A widespread 2 to 3 inches of rain is likely late tonight into Saturday, much of this falling early Friday morning into Friday evening. Locally 3-5″ of rainfall is possible, but confidence on occurrence and location is low at this point.

Rainfall Rates – There is a low probability of rainfall rates reaching 1″/hr and/or 3″/3hr on Friday.

Impacts: This event presents an areawide minor urban, poor drainage, and low lying area flooding threat, as well as a minor quick responding river/stream flood threat early Friday morning into Friday evening. Isolated to scattered instances of flash flooding are possible if the locally heavy rainfall amounts are realized, but confidence is low on this at this time. Monitor subsequent forecasts, as the rainfall and flood impacts forecast will be refined over the next 24 hours.

Minor coastal flooding causing flooding up to 1 1/2 ft above ground level is expected for the most vulnerable NY/NJ harbor, Jamaica Bay, western Great South Bay, and coastal Westchester and Fairfield communities for tonight, Fri AM, Fri PM and likely the Sat AM high tidal cycles. Elsewhere, localized minor coastal flooding is likely.

Additional rounds of minor coastal flooding are possible for the remainder of the weekend tidal cycles.

Continued ocean beach erosion/escarpment from 4 to 7 ft breaking surf will continue through at least Saturday, particularly during the times of high tide.

Government

Rockland County Urges Water Conservation as Climate Change Impacts Supply

Published

5 days ago

April 19, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

NEW CITY, NY — The Rockland County Task Force on Water Resources Management is encouraging residents to learn how climate change is affecting water availability and what steps they can take to protect the county’s supply.

Experts say climate change is increasingly being viewed as a water crisis, as rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns lead to stronger storms, flooding, and drought. Although water covers much of the planet, less than one percent of freshwater is readily available for human use, making conservation critical.

Rockland County depends entirely on local surface and groundwater sources to serve homes, schools, businesses, and healthcare facilities. As the population grows and climate conditions evolve, officials say responsible water use is essential to maintaining a stable supply.

“Protecting our water supply is essential to the long-term health and economic stability of Rockland County,” said Ed Day. “Education and conservation are key tools that help ensure our water resources remain reliable for future generations.”

💧 Simple Ways to Conserve Water

Residents can make a meaningful impact with small, everyday actions:

Fix household leaks promptly
Take shorter showers
Turn off the tap while brushing teeth
Use water-efficient appliances
Plant native or drought-tolerant landscaping
Water lawns and gardens efficiently

Reducing water use also lowers energy consumption, since energy is required to pump, treat, and heat water—helping cut greenhouse gas emissions.

Officials encourage residents to follow the task force online for updates, resources, and conservation tips. More information is available through the county’s water conservation program.

Government

Rockland County Offers Free Mosquito Dunks and Minnows to Fight Summer Mosquitoes

Published

5 days ago

April 19, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is giving residents two free tools to fight mosquitoes:

1. Mosquito Dunks®

Donut-shaped tablets placed in standing water
Kill mosquito larvae before they become biting adults
Safe for use in:
- Unused/covered pools
- Hot tubs
- Other stagnant water containers

2. Fathead minnows

Small fish that eat mosquito larvae (up to ~200 per day each)
Good for:
- Unused pools
- Ornamental ponds
- Water sources with at least 8 inches of water