Flash Flood in Middlesex County, New Jersey

Flash Flood September 1, 2021 – September 2, 2021 · Middlesex County, New Jersey

Deaths

$50.0M

Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Widespread flash flooding occurred in Middlesex County with numerous road closures and over 500 water rescues. A total of three flood related fatalities were reported in the county, one in South Plainfield, one in Piscataway Township, and one in Woodbridge Township. There was significant damage to structures and vehicles, mainly in the northern part of the county. Many waterways overflowed their banks, including the Lawrence Brook.

The wider storm

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.

Began near Middlesex (40.5673, -74.5002).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 985744. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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