Severe thunderstorms hit New Jersey, resulting in fatalities and significant damage in towns such as Plainfield, North Plainfield, Bound Brook, and Dunellen. Governor Phil Murphy reported the incidents and advised residents to stay indoors. At one point, nearly 40,000 PSE&G customers experienced power outages due to the storm. Plainfield mayor declared a state of emergency as downed trees and power lines blocked roads. Residents described rapid onset of severe weather, with gusty winds and heavy rainfall causing extensive disruption and damage in their areas.
"I have been briefed on the severe thunderstorm and heavy winds that hit Central Jersey this evening and resulted in fatalities. The towns of Plainfield, North Plainfield, Bound Brook, and Dunellen sustained damage, among others," Gov. Phil Murphy said.
"It got dark so quickly that I looked up from my phone because it felt like a giant was walking past my window. And then the wind came so fast, it blew things away from my window. And then the rain came so strong, it was like I was in a car wash," said Plainfield resident Iman Damon.
"I've been seeing trees falling down all over the town. There's actually some trees falling down right here. The power went out. It's all crazy down," Tristan Damon said.
The mayor of Plainfield declared a state of emergency Thursday due to extremely severe weather conditions.
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