Summary
Heavy rains in New York and New Jersey caused flash flooding that killed two people and led to a state of emergency in New Jersey. Floods trapped drivers in their cars, closed roads, and disrupted public transport. More storms are expected, potentially bringing further flooding to the northeastern U.S., Florida, and the Midwest.
Key Facts
- Two people died in Plainfield, New Jersey, when floodwaters swept away their car.
- New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency due to the flooding.
- The flooding led to road closures and subway delays in New York City and New Jersey.
- Rescue operations were needed, including in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, where a man was pulled from his car.
- New Jersey experienced over 6 inches (15 cm) of rain in a few hours, causing flight delays at Newark Liberty International Airport.
- New York City saw its second-highest recorded hourly rainfall with 2 inches in 30 minutes.
- Parts of Virginia also faced flood risks, with two cities warned of potential "catastrophic" damage.
- More storms are expected, possibly impacting the northeastern U.S., Florida, and the Midwest.
