A video going viral on social media shows people being rescued from the streets of New Jersey as rainfall causes flooding in parts of the Tri-State area. In one incident, a man in Scotch Plains was hooked up and dunked in the water before being pulled out of the flooded street amid flash floods in New Jersey. It is also learnt that Governor Phil Murphy has declared a state of emergency. "I am declaring a State of Emergency given flash flooding and high levels of rainfall in parts of the state," Murphy said on X (formerly Twitter). He also asked people to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. A flash flood warning has also been issued for New Jersey, including Newark, Elizabeth and East Orange, until 7:30 pm ET. Sex Assault, Satanic Rituals: New Jersey Police Chief’s Daughter Alleges Rape, Torture by Father.

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