A neighborhood submerged: Drone video shows flooding that swamped Lincoln Park
Streets turned to rivers. Homes submerged. Yards flooded. Trees toppled.
In Lincoln Park, our drone's lens captured a haunting transformation wrought by this week's severe flooding. Where the Pompton and Passaic rivers surged over their banks, a once-lively neighborhood now resembles a ghost town, with empty roads and the silence of a disaster that has left many residents displaced. The drone footage captured Thursday paints a somber picture, similar to that facing other water-logged North Jersey communities from Pequannock south to Wayne, Paterson and Little Falls.
Following the powerful storm that struck New Jersey on Sunday night, areas of Lincoln Park, including Riveredge Road, have remained closed since Monday. The Lincoln Park Police Department has been updating residents via their Facebook page ever since, urging them to evacuate or seek higher ground if necessary. Authorities emphasize the importance of heeding barricades and avoiding flooded roadways, cautioning against any attempts to drive around or move barriers.
Lincoln Park police noted that this specific location is prone to flooding, as it's situated near the convergence of the Passaic and Pompton.
Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant and follow updates from local authorities for the latest information on the evolving situation.
This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: Flooding in Lincoln Park NJ neighborhood seen in drone video
