Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden is expressing his gratitude to the dozens of first responders and emergency agencies that answered the call during Sunday’s severe storms, which triggered widespread flooding and multiple water rescues across Monmouth County, particularly in Ocean Township and Neptune City.

Golden praised the swift and coordinated response to numerous water rescue incidents, saying the professionalism, teamwork, and dedication displayed by emergency personnel helped protect residents as dangerous conditions rapidly developed.

“These incidents are a reminder that no agency responds alone,” Golden said. “It is through strong partnerships and cooperation that we are able to serve our residents when they need us most.”

The sheriff also urged residents to remain cautious, noting that floodwaters may still be present in some areas.

“Never drive through flooded roadways, and follow the guidance of your emergency officials,” Golden said.

Golden extended his thanks to the many agencies that assisted during the storm response, including the Monmouth County Fire Marshal’s Office, Monmouth County EMS Coordinators, Monmouth County Office of Emergency Management, MedStar, Monmouth County CERT, numerous municipal police, fire, and OEM agencies throughout Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex, Hunterdon, and Somerset counties, as well as multiple fire departments and EMS organizations that responded to assist with the emergency operations.

The coordinated response came as torrential rainfall overwhelmed roadways across parts of Monmouth County, prompting numerous emergency rescues and widespread flooding throughout the region.