Snowplow Truck Dangled Over River In Elizabeth Area (VIDEO)

A plow truck was dangling over a river in New Jersey on Monday, according to news reports, and workers worked hard to make sure that it stayed above water.

News media were on the scene capturing the event after the tow truck reportedly crashed through a gate. Here is the video of the truck being hauled back to the ground:

The tow truck incident comes as Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency for the winter storm that hit New Jersey on Sunday and Monday. More than 12,000 were without power. Read more: NJ Gov. Murphy Declares State Of Emergency For Snowstorm (UPDATE)

Nearly 8 inches fell in spots in New Jersey. Read more: New Jersey Snow Totals, Town-By-Town, On Sunday And Monday.

More than 500 schools closed or delayed openings. Read more: New Jersey School Closings/Delays List For Monday.

The plow truck was working in a parking lot in Elizabeth when it lost control Monday morning and very nearly went into the bottom of a river, according to News4 New York.

The call about the dangling truck hanging on Grand Street in Elizabeth came in shortly before 8 a.m., according to News4. The driver eventually got out via a ladder.

This is a developing story. Patch will have more information as it comes in.