NJ Family Escapes Exploding Home After Flood Evacuation | JQJO

A New Jersey family narrowly escaped death when their North Plainfield home exploded hours after they evacuated due to deadly flash floods. The family, including Lina Delgado-Ramos, her husband, sister, and cousin, fled their home around 6 p.m. Monday, finding refuge on higher ground as flash flood warnings went into effect. Around 11:30 p.m., the house exploded. While the cause is under investigation, some neighbors reported smelling gas. Two women died in a separate incident when their car was swept away by floodwaters in nearby Plainfield. Governor Murphy declared a state of emergency due to widespread flooding across the state.