Flood warning for 3 N.J. counties until Thursday afternoon

On Thursday at 3:19 a.m. a flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service valid for Thursday between 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for Essex, Morris and Passaic counties. According to the weather service, "Don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 3:30 p.m." A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is either imminent or already occurring. In flood-prone areas, it's crucial to move immediately to higher ground. A flash flood is a...