Torrential rain and flash flooding led to dramatic rescues in New Jersey as Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency.

Governor Phil Murphy issued a state of emergency, calling on residents to avoid unnecessary travel and to stay indoors.

Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency Monday night as flash flooding across the northern section of New Jersey caused severe trouble. Murphy asked residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. “I am declaring a State of Emergency given flash flooding and high levels of rainfall in parts of the state,” he said.