SECAUCUS, NJ — Severe thunderstorms caused widespread flash flooding in parts of northern New Jersey and New York City Sunday night, requiring road closures and emergency response in several areas. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for several counties, including southeastern Bergen, Hudson and Union in New Jersey and the Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island, Rockland and Westchester in New York. The warning will remain in effect until 10:15 p.m. EDT.
In Secaucus, police reported significant flooding in several locations, including around the hospital near Center Avenue and Minnie Place, Trolley Park, and at several major intersections. Officers were deployed with high-water vehicles to control the situation and assist residents in the flooded areas.
Affected areas in Secaucus include:
- Route 3 East/Service Road
- Village Place/Paterson Plank Rd
- Plaza Center
- Front Street/Humboldt Street
- Paterson Plank Road/1st Street
- 10th Street/Meadowlands Parkway
- Route 3 West near Raymour & Flannigan
- Secaucus Road/Henry Street
Authorities have urged residents to avoid these areas if possible and to exercise extreme caution when making essential travel. Secaucus Police are actively monitoring the situation and responding to incidents as they occur.
In Watchung, Bonnie Burn Road southbound at New Providence Road is closed due to flooding, local police said. Drivers are advised to take alternate routes and stay alert to road conditions as the weather situation develops.
The National Weather Service reports that between 1 and 3 inches of rain could fall in the affected regions, with more in some areas. Flash flooding is expected to affect urban areas, highways, roads, underpasses and other low-lying areas.
Residents in affected areas are urged to stay in their homes, avoid travelling on flooded roads and monitor local warnings. The situation is ongoing and emergency services are on high alert as they continue to control the flooding.
