BJ’s Wholesale Club roof collapse: 50-foot ceiling collapses in Ocean Township warehouse during flooding; police release update
The roof of the BJ’s Wholesale Club warehouse in Ocean Township, Monmouth County. new jerseyIt collapsed early Monday amid flooding in the tri-state area. Police are continuing to respond and at least three people are believed to be trapped, according to scanner audio.
The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Department has released an update on the current emergency situation. Some reports, citing local scanner audio, said three people trapped in the collapse had been rescued. However, official confirmation on the matter is still yet to be confirmed.
The department stated: “Emergency crews are on scene at Peking Wholesale Club Ocean Twp dealing with a roof collapse. Please stay away from the area. Allow first responders to respond.”
Additionally, the department is asking residents and drivers to avoid State Highway 35 in Ocean Township due to severe flooding.
This story is being updated.
