New Jersey flash flood blamed for at least 2 deaths
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Severe storms brought flooding to New Jersey and Pennsylvania, resulting in two deaths, a house fire, and over 100 flight cancelations at Newark Airport.
The shelter’s director and manager swam through flood waters and debris to get to the shelter Monday night and check on the animals, the Facebook post said.
Plainfield officials say two people died after flash flooding swept a vehicle into Cedar Brook during Monday’s storm. It is believed the vehicle was caught in rising water at the height of the storm. Emergency crews responded quickly, but both individuals were pronounced dead at the scene.
Atlantic, Hill Country, Texas, central Florida, southern Arizona, and the Upper Midwest are at risk for more flooding rainfall on Tuesday.
The Plainfield Area Humane Society battled serious flooding, but thanks to dedicated volunteers, all animals were rescued. Now, they need community support to recover and restock essential supplies.
An official in Plainfield, New Jersey, which saw some of the worst flooding, said the city is exploring new warning systems for flash floods.