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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
2 Dead After Vehicle Is Swept Away by Intense Flash Flooding in New Jersey
The city of Plainfield in New Jersey reported that two people died when their vehicle was swept away during the height of the storm on July 14 The North Plainfield Police Department said a house exploded overnight due to a possible gas leak Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency for 21 counties due to the flash flooding and stormsAt least two people died in New Jersey in flash flooding following the intense storms that hit the Tri-State area, according to officials. In a news release, the city of Plainfield announced the two fatalities that happened on Monday, July 14. 'According to preliminary reports, a vehicle was swept into Cedar Brook during the height of the storm,' the city said. 'Emergency personnel responded quickly, but tragically, both individuals were pronounced deceased at the scene.' "The names of the deceased are being withheld pending notification of their families," officials added. "The City Administration extends its heartfelt condolences to those affected by this loss." The city's statement also noted that Monday's deaths came nearly two weeks after a severe storm hit Plainfield on July 3, which also killed two people. Meanwhile, in North Plainfield, authorities responded to a report of a house explosion in the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 15, the North Plainfield Police Department stated in a news release shared with PEOPLE. "On arrival police officers found the home fully engulfed in flames. The explosion appears to have been the result of a gas leak," the police said. "Luckily the home appears to have been empty and no victims were located. The residents apparently had already evacuated before the explosion happened, according to ABC affiliate WABC. The heavy rains made battling the blaze difficult as firefighters had to wade through ankle-deep water with their hoses, according to CBS affiliate WCBS. Northfield Police also said that 40 people were rescued from the floodwaters in the borough, that have also destroyed numerous homes and vehicles. Parts of New Jersey experienced about 6 inches of rain from Monday's storms that disrupted traffic and left vehicles abandoned, Fox affiliate WNYW reported. The flash flooding and severe storms prompted New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy to declare a state of emergency across 21 counties that went into effect Monday evening. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. 'I urge New Jerseyans to exercise caution, follow all safety protocols, and remain off the roads unless absolutely necessary,' Murphy said in a press statement. Due to the storm damage, the city of Plainfield said that its city pools and parks are closed on Tuesday for inspection and safety assessment, while services at the Plainfield Senior Center are halted. Monday's storms also hit New York City, where video showed water flooding the entrance and platform at the 23rd Street station on the No. 1 line, WABC reported. Read the original article on People
UPI
04-07-2025
- Climate
- UPI
At least three killed in severe New Jersey storms
Severe storms in New Jersey have resulted in 'fatalities,' Gov. Phil Murphy confirmed in a statement on social media. File Photo by Chris Kleponis/ UPI | License Photo July 4 (UPI) -- Severe storms in New Jersey have resulted in "fatalities," Gov. Phil Murphy confirmed in a statement on social media. "I have been briefed on the severe thunderstorm and heavy winds that hit Central Jersey this evening and resulted in fatalities. The towns of Plainfield, North Plainfield, Bound Brook, and Dunellen sustained damage, among others," Murphy wrote on X. The governor did not elaborate on the nature of the fatalities, but local officials confirmed two people died in Plainfield, with one additional death in North Plainfield. I have been briefed on the severe thunderstorm and heavy winds that hit Central Jersey this evening and resulted in fatalities. The towns of Plainfield, North Plainfield, Bound Brook, and Dunellen sustained damage, among others. If you're in the area, please stay inside and... Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) July 4, 2025 The two cities are home to around a combined 76,000 people. The North Plainfield Police Department confirmed a woman was killed after pulling over to the side of the road to avoid the extreme weather. "As the motorist was pulled over and stopped, a large tree and a large portion of the sidewalk uprooted and fell across Greenbrook Road, landing on top of the vehicle, damaging a second vehicle and several area homes," the department said in a statement on Facebook. The City of Plainfield confirmed the deaths of two men, ages 25 and 79 who were also killed when a falling tree struck the vehicle they were in. The city declared a state of emergency and canceled its July 4 celebration plans, as officials there continue to deal with more than 80 downed trees, many affecting power lines. Over 16,000 customers remained without power in New Jersey Friday afternoon, according to the website with the bulk of those occurring in the northeast part of the state. Rail service has been interrupted in parts of the state affected by the storm, that saw around 45,000 customers lose power at the height of the weather.
