House Explodes and Catches Fire After Flash Flooding in North Plainfield, New Jersey

House Explosion and Fire in North Plainfield

• 💥 A house in North Plainfield, New Jersey, exploded and caught fire just before 11:30 last night.
• 🏠 Neighbors reported hearing a "big boom" and seeing the roof of the home come off, with debris scattered across the yard and driveways.
• 🚨 Law enforcement arrived to find the house fully involved in fire, with the front of the home lying flat on the yard.
• ⚠️ Four residents who were initially unaccounted for were later found and evacuated safely.
• 💬 Neighbors mentioned the family had only lived in the home for about two years.

Severe Flash Flooding Impacts Area

• 🌊 The house explosion occurred in an area that experienced severe damage from flash flooding.
• 🚗 Drivers faced significant delays and were left circling for hours trying to find dry roads due to flooded roadways.
• 🏘️ Cars parked across the street from the explosion site were left in disarray, with debris scattered between them, indicating the extent of the water damage.
• 👃 Residents in the area reported the smell of gas, adding to the dangerous conditions.
• 🚒 Firefighters were on the scene addressing a hot spot on the roof of the damaged home, indicating the situation remained active and dangerous.