PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — The roof of a BJ’s Wholesale Club partially collapsed Monday morning in Ocean Township, Monmouth County, as storms pounded the area.
It happened around 11:15 a.m. at the BJ's on Route 35.
Officials said 27 people were inside the store at the time.
Two of them were partially trapped, but police said they were able to free themselves and safely exit.
Security camera footage shows the moment the roof collapsed at a BJ's store in Oakhurst, New Jersey.
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Police said no one was injured.
"This incident is another reminder of how quickly severe weather can create dangerous and unpredictable conditions," said Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden. "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."
More than 20 people were inside, but none were injured
More than 20 people were inside, but none were injured
