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National Weather Service Issues Strong Thunderstorm and Flash Flood Warning for Rockland County, Storm Updates

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STORM UPDATES

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From The National Weather Service for Sunday, July 9, 2023

A slow moving cold front will bring showers and thunderstorms later today, mainly from the afternoon through the overnight. The showers and thunderstorms may linger into early Monday afternoon.

Scattered to potentially numerous areas of flash flooding likely. Flashier small streams, rivers, and creeks could rise out of their banks.

Scattered to numerous areas of flash flooding. Flooding likely in poor drainage and urban areas.

Excessive runoff may result in flashier small streams, rivers, and creeks rising out of their banks, especially across northeast New Jersey, Lower Hudson Valley, and southern Connecticut.

Rainfall Rates: 1 to 2 “/hr.

Isolated damaging wind gusts possible this afternoon and evening across NYC metro on north and west.

This afternoon into tonight from Hudson River west and this evening into early Monday afternoon across Southern Connecticut.

Flood Watch for Lower Hudson Valley, Northeast New Jersey and NYC metro from 2 pm Today through 6 am Monday.

Flood Watch for Southern Connecticut from 8 pm Today through 2 pm Monday.

A Flood Watch could still be needed for Long Island if the heavy
rainfall/flooding threat increases there.

The exact timing and axis of the heaviest rainfall, which could enhance amounts and flooding.

If the system is slower, the risk of flooding would continue across more of the area on Monday.

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Rockland County Offers Free Mosquito Dunks® and Mosquito-Eating Minnows to Residents

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Protect your home and community from mosquitoes this spring and summer!

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is offering free mosquito control products to residents, including Mosquito Dunks® and fathead minnows, to help reduce the mosquito population and prevent mosquito-borne illnesses.

Mosquito Dunks® – Available by Appointment

What they are: Small, floating “donuts” that release safe bacteria to kill mosquito larvae in standing water.

Who can get them: Rockland County residents for use in unused swimming pools, spas, and other water-holding containers.

How to get them:

  • Pick-up location: Robert L. Yeager Health Complex, 50 Sanatorium Road, Building D, Pomona, NY

  • By appointment only – Reserve in advance by calling 845-364-3173 or emailing [email protected]

  • Required: Download and complete the order form from the Mosquito Control Program webpage and bring it with you to your scheduled pickup.

🐟 Fathead Minnows – One-Day Giveaway Event

What they are: Small fish that eat mosquito larvae—up to 200 larvae per day!

Event Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: Robert L. Yeager Health Complex, Building D, 50 Sanatorium Road, Pomona, NY
Important: Minnows must be released only within Rockland County

How to reserve:

  • Register online via the Mosquito Control Program webpage, or

  • Call 845-364-3173
    Note: The event date and time are subject to change. Signs will be posted to guide attendees to the correct location.

For more information, visit the Rockland County Health Department Mosquito Control Program webpage.

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988: Three Numbers That Can Change a Life

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April 14, 2025

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The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is here for anyone feeling overwhelmed, sad, stressed, or in a mental health crisis. It’s free, private, and available 24/7.

What happens when you contact 988?

  • You’ll talk with a trained counselor who listens and cares.

  • They’ll help you feel supported and work through what you’re going through.

  • You can call, text, or chat—whatever feels best for you.

988 is for everyone.

  • You don’t have to be in a serious emergency.

  • You can reach out for yourself or if you’re worried about a friend or family member.

Sharing 988 can save lives.
Let’s help more people know that support is just three numbers away.
You’re not alone—and no one else has to be either.

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