Heavy rains and flash flooding sweep across Northeast...
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Heavy rain swept across parts of the U.S. Northeast on Monday night, inundating sections of New York and New Jersey with flash flooding that stranded vehicles in roadways, closed subway lines and led to the declaration of a state of emergency. This image made from video shows cars submerged in floodwaters in Rahway, NJ., on July 14, 2025.(WABC-TV via AP) This image made from video shows a flooded street in Rahway, N.J., on July 14, 2025.(WABC-TV via AP) NEW YORK (AP) — Heavy rain swept across parts of the U.S.
AI Summary
Main Idea: Heavy rain caused flash flooding across New Jersey and New York, prompting Gov. Phil Murphy to declare a state of emergency and disrupting travel and transit.
Key Points:
- Floodwaters stranded vehicles, closed roads, and forced some subway service in New York City to stop or run with major delays.
- New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy urged people to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel as flooding hit parts of the state.
- In North Plainfield, a house caught fire and collapsed after the family had evacuated, but no injuries were reported.
- Some areas in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania saw heavy rain and flooding ease by Tuesday morning, though water was still standing in places.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
Heavy rain and flash flooding in New Jersey and New York can strand drivers, disrupt subway service, and force homes and small businesses to close.
Positive Impact
Emergency declarations and rescues can speed access to aid and help communities recover faster.
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- Major:Governor Phil Murphyperson
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Declared a state of emergency in New Jersey and was a central official responding to the flooding.
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Issued flood-related alerts and warnings for parts of the city.
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Declared a disaster emergency after severe rainfall and flooding.
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