Nearly 20 people rescued as floodwaters overwhelm Paterson after heavy rain

Officials warn the Passaic River is still rising, with flooded roads and dangerous conditions expected to continue through the day.

PATERSON, NJ — Nearly 20 people were rescued after rapidly rising floodwaters swept through parts of Paterson following heavy rainfall, as officials warn the Passaic River remains at dangerous levels.

The Paterson Police Department said the river remained high Wednesday following Tuesday’s storms, with flooding continuing in low-lying areas.

Officials said river...