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Plainfield, New Jersey Storms Blamed for at Least 3 Deaths, Officials Say
CENTRAL NEW JERSEY, JUL 4 – At least three people died when powerful winds toppled over 80 trees, causing widespread damage and leaving nearly 20,000 households without power, officials said.
- Severe thunderstorms swept through Central Jersey on the evening of July 3, 2025, causing at least three deaths in Plainfield and North Plainfield.
- The storms brought heavy rain, strong winds with gusts up to 62 mph, and hail that caused trees to uproot and fall on vehicles, resulting in fatalities.
- Two men, Rocco Sansone, 79, and Brian Ernesto Valladares, 25, died when a tree fell on their car in Plainfield, while a 44-year-old woman from Middlesex died in North Plainfield under similar circumstances.
- Over 80 fallen trees obstructed roads, thousands of residents experienced power outages lasting more than a day, and the mayor of Plainfield officially announced emergency measures while canceling Independence Day celebrations and encouraging public caution.
- Officials and Governor Phil Murphy emphasized ongoing support and recovery efforts, warning residents to stay indoors and avoid hazards as cleanup continues amid widespread damage.
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Plainfield mayor declares state of emergency after deadly storms
PLAINFIELD, N.J. (PIX11) – Thursday night’s thunderstorms swept through multiple parts of New Jersey. Mayor Adrian Mapp declared a state of emergency, canceling all Fourth of July parades and fireworks to focus entirely on cleanup and recovery. More Local News Ferocious winds, gusting between 60 and 80 mph and ripped through Central New Jersey during Thursday night's storms. In Plainfield, more than 80 trees were knocked down; vehicles and…
Plainfield, New Jersey storms blamed for at least 3 deaths, officials say | News Channel 3-12
WCBS By Elijah Westbrook, Lori Bordonaro, Nick Caloway Click here for updates on this story New Jersey (WCBS, WLNY) — Three people were killed when severe thunderstorms swept through New Jersey on Thursday night, officials say. A spokesperson for the city of Plainfield said two men were killed when a tree fell onto a vehicle they were in. The victims have been identified as 79-year-old Rocco Sansone and 29-year-old Brian Ernesto Valladares. …
Plainfield, New Jersey storms blamed for at least 3 deaths, officials say
WCBS By Elijah Westbrook, Lori Bordonaro, Nick Caloway Click here for updates on this story New Jersey (WCBS, WLNY) — Three people were killed when severe thunderstorms swept through New Jersey on Thursday night, officials say. A spokesperson for the city of Plainfield said two men were killed when a tree fell onto a vehicle they were in. The victims have been identified as 79-year-old Rocco Sansone and 29-year-old Brian Ernesto Valladares. …
Multiple Deaths Reported in New Jersey and Texas After Strong Thunderstorms
NEW JERSEY – Residents in parts of the U.S. as far flung as New Jersey and Texas were contending with the devastating effects of heavy rain and thunderstorms that swept through their communities Thursday night. Join our WhatsApp group Subscribe to our Daily Roundup Email The storms are being blamed for at least three deaths […]
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