Life-Threatening Flash Flooding Hits Parts of NYC: What to Know
Summary
Severe thunderstorms caused heavy rain and flash flooding in much of New York City and parts of northeastern New Jersey. Emergency officials warned the flooding could be life-threatening and activated emergency plans to respond.Key Facts
- The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for most of New York City on Saturday afternoon.
- Rainfall in some areas reached 2 to 3 inches in one hour, causing flash floods on streets, highways, and low areas.
- The warning covers four NYC boroughs (Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island) and parts of northeastern New Jersey.
- New York City’s emergency management activated flood emergency plans involving multiple agencies and utility companies.
- Meteorologists warned storms could drop 2 to 4 inches of rain due to repeated storms over the same locations.
- Winds of 50 to 70 mph and a small chance of an isolated tornado were possible during the storms.
- Residents in flood-prone areas were advised to move to higher ground and avoid travel.
- Officials reminded drivers to avoid flooded roads with the rule: "Turn Around, Don't Drown."
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