New Jersey is under a state of emergency after a flash flood caused at least two deaths in Plainfield and damage across Union County.

Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency Monday night as flash flooding across the northern section of New Jersey caused severe trouble. Murphy asked residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. “I am declaring a State of Emergency given flash flooding and high levels of rainfall in parts of the state,” he said.

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Footage shows wooden slats from the home on the ground with other debris. The blast took place around the same time heavy rainfall hit the northeast.

Heavy rain on Monday flooded parts of New Jersey, including NJ Turnpike and New Providence, with videos showing streets completely submerged.