Heavy rain pounded New Jersey on Monday and caused the roof over a big box store to partially collapse, temporarily trapping two people inside, authorities said.
Ocean Township police, Monmouth Court sheriff’s deputies and other first responders rushed to BJ’s Wholesale Club about 11:16 a.m., the sheriff’s office said.
There were 27 people inside the store when the ceiling fell, and two “individuals were partially entrapped but were able to free themselves and safely exit the structure,” it added.
Videos show floods of rainwater in a BJ's Wholesale Store in Oakhurst, N.J., on Monday.
“This incident is another reminder of how quickly severe weather can create dangerous and unpredictable conditions,” Sheriff Shaun Golden said.
“We commend all first responders who worked with urgency under challenging circumstances. Despite the ongoing flooding and severe weather affecting our communities, all worked seamlessly together to ensure everyone was safely accounted for. Their dedication and teamwork exemplify the very best of public safety.”
No injuries were immediately reported.
BJ’s roof collapses during heavy rain in New Jersey
There were 27 people in the store when the ceiling came down, temporarily trapping two.
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