Widespread Regional Flooding
Torrential Storms Unleash Widespread Flooding, Trigger Rescues Across New York and New Jersey
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In Newark, emergency crews rescued occupants from a vehicle trapped in floodwaters near Route 22 and Empire Street during the height of the storm on Saturday afternoon.
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A loose barge on the Passaic River broke free during the storm in Lyndhurst, struck the De Jessa Memorial Bridge, and drifted south as officials worked to secure the vessel and assess potential bridge damage.
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Perth Amboy experienced rapid flooding that led to the closure of New Brunswick Avenue between Amboy Avenue and Prospect Street as multiple rounds of rain moved through Middlesex County.
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The National Weather Service warned of heavy rainfall rates and issued flood watches across northern and central New Jersey, noting rainfall could reach inches per hour during the event.
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CBS News New York reporters Vanessa Murdock and Naomi Ruchim led team coverage of the storms, providing ongoing updates on flooding across New York and New Jersey.
Heavy storms slammed New York and New Jersey on Saturday, July 18, triggering flash floods, vehicle rescues, and a runaway barge. Roads flooded from Newark to the Jersey Shore as emergency crews scrambled to reach trapped motorists. CBS News reported ongoing flooding across both states throughout the afternoon.
The National Weather Service issued flood watches across northern and central New Jersey. Rainfall came down at several inches per hour in some areas, according to RLS Media. Residents were urged to stay away from flood-prone roads.
Newark Rescues and Route 22 Flooding Hit Hard
Emergency crews in Newark pulled people from a vehicle trapped in floodwaters near Route 22 and Empire Street during the height of the storm Saturday afternoon. Streets flooded quickly as multiple rounds of rain moved through the area. Responders closed several roads as water levels rose fast, according to RLS Media.
CBS News reporters Vanessa Murdock and Naomi Ruchim led team coverage of the flooding across the region. They tracked multiple rescue calls and road closures as the storm moved through northern New Jersey. Officials warned drivers not to attempt crossing flooded roads.
Runaway Barge Strikes Bridge on the Passaic River
In Lyndhurst, a loose barge broke free on the Passaic River during the storm. It drifted south and struck the De Jessa Memorial Bridge. Officials moved quickly to secure the vessel and check the bridge for damage, according to RLS Media.
The incident added to the chaos across northern New Jersey as storm conditions made the response harder. It was unclear late Saturday how much damage the bridge sustained. Crews remained on scene to monitor the situation.
Perth Amboy and Middlesex County Roads Shut Down
In Perth Amboy, flooding came fast. New Brunswick Avenue between Amboy Avenue and Prospect Street was closed as water took over the road. Middlesex County saw several rounds of rain move through, making drainage impossible to keep up with, according to RLS Media.
CBS News reported similar scenes across central New Jersey. The repeated rounds of rain gave little time for water to recede between storms. Local officials urged residents to check road conditions before driving anywhere Saturday afternoon.
Long Island Hit by 50 mph Winds and Hail
Long Island also took a beating Saturday. The National Weather Service issued a special weather statement as winds gusted up to 50 mph, according to Yahoo News. Pea-sized hail was reported in some areas as the storm line pushed through.
In South Lockport, New York, cars were filmed driving through a flooded road after torrential rain from the thunderstorms, Yahoo News reported. The storms moved across a wide area of New York State, leaving flood damage in multiple communities.
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