One of the two people who died in Plainfield, New Jersey, during Monday's intense storms has been identified as a beloved member of the local school district.Lubia Estevez, 60, worked as a food services cashier in the Plainfield School District for 15 years.

Statewide, rain totals ranged from .11 inches in Hamilton, Mercer County to 6.64 inches in Clark and 6.24 inches in Westfield.

A devastating flood struck the Hope 4 Paws Humane Society in Plainfield on Tuesday night, leaving the shelter completely underwater and

The Plainfield Area Humane Society battled serious flooding, but thanks to dedicated volunteers, all animals were rescued. Now, they need community support to recover and restock essential supplies.

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.

Four people escaped before a house exploded in North Plainfield on Monday night during severe storms that also required dozens of people in the borough to be rescued due to rising flood waters. The explosion occurred at about 11:25 p.

Two people are dead in Plainfield, New Jersey, after heavy rain pummeled much of the state on Monday, causing flash floods and dangerous conditions on the roads.

The two women were in their car on the road when it was swept into the Cedar Brook during the height of the storm.

An official in Plainfield, New Jersey, which saw some of the worst flooding, said the city is exploring new warning systems for flash floods.