Flash Flood — Monmouth, New Jersey

2021-09-01 · near Keyport, Monmouth, New Jersey

Event narrative

Several water rescues took place in Keyport.

Wider weather episode

Post Tropical Cyclone Ida brought heavy rain to New Jersey on September 1. Rainfall totals were as high as 5 to 10 inches. The heavy rain caused significant flash flooding, mainly in the northern half of the state. It resulted in widespread property damage. There were several fatalities.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 985741. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.