NEW YORK: Torrential rains in New York and New Jersey on Monday night brought flash flooding that killed two people and led New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy to declare a state of emergency.
In Plainfield, New Jersey, two people died when a car was swept away by floodwaters as the storm hit, Governor Murphy said on Tuesday. Low-lying regions have been inundated, disrupting traffic. One death each has been confirmed in New Jersey and New York. Authorities have not yet released further details about the deceased.
Rescue operations are underway. People are being evacuated from flooded homes and vehicles to safer locations. The meteorological department has issued a warning for more rain in these areas. Authorities have advised the public to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel.
Additional storms are expected on Tuesday with the potential for more flooding in the north-east as well as Florida and the mid-western US, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
