NJ flooding kills 2 after vehicle swept away; state of emergency remains in effect
NJ homes left damaged after flash floods
FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers reports from Plainfield, New Jersey, where two people died after severe flash floods yesterday, July 14.
NEW JERSEY - Two people are dead in Plainfield, New Jersey, after heavy rain pummeled much of the state on Monday, causing flash floods and dangerous conditions on the roads.
What we know:
Officials say the victims died after a vehicle was swept into Cedar Brook in Plainfield during the height of the storm on Monday.
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Emergency personnel responded quickly, but both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
The tragic deaths came as relentless downpours brought over 6 inches of rain to parts of New Jersey, leaving vehicles stranded and many roads impassable.
Gov. Phil Murphy declared a State of Emergency for the state due to flash flooding, urging residents to stay off the roads. It remains in effect as of Tuesday morning.
What we don't know:
The names of the deceased victims are being withheld pending notifications to their families.
What you can do:
Officials are still urging residents in hard-hit areas to shelter-in-place and avoid unnecessary travel as storm clean-up continues across the state Tuesday morning.
The Source: Information from this article was provided by the City of Plainfield and Gov. Phil Murphy.