Summary
Record-breaking rainfall in New York City on October 30 led to at least two deaths. A 39-year-old man was found in a flooded basement in Brooklyn, and a 43-year-old man was discovered in a submerged boiler room in Manhattan. The rainfall set new records in places like Central Park and LaGuardia Airport.
Key Facts
- At least two people died due to heavy rainfall in New York City.
- A 39-year-old man was found dead in a flooded basement in Brooklyn.
- A 43-year-old man was found dead in a submerged boiler room in Manhattan.
- Central Park recorded 1.80 inches of rain, surpassing a 1917 record.
- LaGuardia Airport recorded 1.97 inches of rain, breaking a 1955 record.
- The NYC Emergency Management reported these record-breaking rainfall levels.
