Floodwater Comes Rushing Through Doors in Terrifying New Jersey Scene GLASSBORO, NJ — August 27, 2026

A dramatic and now-viral video captured the terrifying moment floodwaters burst through the basement French doors of an off‑campus home rented by Rowan University students in Glassboro. The footage, recorded just two days after the students moved in, shows water violently caving in the doors before rushing into the basement, instantly flooding the entire level.

The students—identified in local reports as part of a group including James DiDomenico, who shared the video with Storyful—watched helplessly as the pressure built and the doors buckled. Moments before the collapse, one student can be heard saying, “This door is going to break.” Seconds later, the doors gave way, unleashing a surge of muddy water.

When the flood finally receded, the group discovered dirt, debris, and even a water snake inside the basement.

🌧 A Move‑In Week Nightmare

The flooding struck during Rowan University’s Welcome Week, a period already marked by heavy rain and flash flooding across campus and surrounding neighborhoods. Several campus buildings took on water, and students reported submerged vehicles and widespread damage.

For the students in the Glassboro rental, the timing was devastating—48 hours after unpacking, they were left with destroyed belongings and a damaged home.

🌊 Community Steps Up

Local neighbors and Rowan community members quickly rallied around the students. Though the financial help offered by some was modest, the students expressed deep gratitude for the support and kindness shown during an overwhelming moment.

The group is currently 82% of the way to their $2,800 goal to replace what was lost and repair the damage. Every contribution helps them get closer to rebuilding stability as the semester begins.

👉 GoFundMe link: https://gofund.me/785812a87

🎥 Video Credit

Watch the dramatic moment here: https://youtu.be/c2VcIBs34K0?si=TRVpjMMpTVJ5Xj8f (Video Credit: Storyful / James DiDomenico) (Photo/Reel Credit: 6ABC Action News / James DiDomenico)