FLOODING ALERT: Streets in Essex County, North Jersey Flood As Storm Hits

The National Weather Service’s prediction of flash flooding in North Jersey on Sunday evening has come true for some motorists.

Residents captured the above photos of several vehicles getting caught in the flooding that was reported in Hoboken, Newark and other towns in Essex, Hudson and Bergen counties.

The National Weather Service issued a cautionary flash flood warning on Sunday for several areas in Northeastern New Jersey, including Essex and Hudson counties.

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The warning will remain in place until 7:15 p.m. on Sunday, May 31.

The NWS cautioned motorists to use precautionary actions while driving in flood-prone areas of town:

“Most flood deaths occur in automobiles. Never drive your vehicle in areas where the water covers the roadway. Flood waters are usually deeper than they appear. Just one foot of flowing water is powerful enough to sweep vehicles off the road. When encountering flooded roads, make the smart choice. Turn around. Don’t drown.”

NJ511 reported flooding across the region on Sunday:

• As of 6:41pm, there’s Flooding on I-280 westbound area of East of Exit 12 - Garden State Parkway in Newark. 3 right lanes blocked 5-10 minute delay, use caution.
• As of 6:29pm, there’s Flooding on the New Jersey Turnpike - Eastern Spur inner roadway southbound North of Southern Mixing Bowl in Newark. All lanes blocked.
• As of 6:18pm, there’s Flooding on US 1&9 Truck Route northbound at Raymond Blvd in Newark. At least one lane closed 15-20 minute delay.
• As of 6:29pm, there are Delays on Newark Liberty International Airport Newark - New Jersey in Newark due to current weather conditions. Please call your airline carrier for specific flight information.

Photos courtesy of Emily Jabbour

Photo 1: Cars attempt to back up on Madison and Ninth streets as flooding hits Hoboken on Sunday evening.
Photo 2: A car attempts to drive down Ninth Street during flooding in Hoboken on Sunday.
Photo 3: A pedestrian walks flooded streets in Hoboken on Sunday.

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