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CNBC
4 days ago
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- CNBC
Flash flood warning issued for NYC, N.J. declares emergency as heavy rains soak area
New Yorkers in basement apartments were told to be ready to leave Monday and New Jersey's governor declared a state of emergency after heavy rains in the northeast caused flash flooding. Western Union County, New Jersey, experienced life-threatening flash flooding by storms that were nearly stationary Monday evening, the National Weather Service office for the New York City region said. "Please stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel," New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said in announcing he was declaring a state of emergency due to the heavy rainfall. No deaths appeared to have been reported in the showers that soaked the New York City area, which forecasters said weakened and moved east by around 10 p.m. All five boroughs of New York City had been placed under a flash flood warning Monday evening. That warning expired, but the area was under a flash flood watch until midnight. Emergency management officials warned residents of basement apartments to be ready to leave. "If you live in a basement apartment, stay alert. Flash flooding can happen with little warning, including overnight," New York City Emergency Management said on X. "Keep a phone, flashlight, and Go Bag nearby. Be ready to move to higher ground." Video on social media showed people wading out into floodwaters above their knees Monday in New Providence, New Jersey, around 10 miles west of Newark. In Westchester County in New York, north of New York City, there were "numerous calls" about vehicles submerged in floodwaters on roads, prompting rescues by first responders, the county government said. Early rainfall reports Monday evening in New York City included 1.67 inches in Staten Island and 1.47 inches in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City Emergency Management said on X at around 7:30 p.m. — and it cautioned more rain was forecast Monday night. LaGuardia International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport both reported flight disruptions due to the weather, and John F. Kennedy Airport warned of possible problems. All three airports led in cancellations Monday night on tracking website FlightAware. Ground stops due to thunderstorms were issued for LaGuardia and Newark airports Monday evening, the Federal Aviation Administration website showed, and long delays were reported at all three. Standing water on the Cross Bronx Expressway caused the traffic artery to be closed in both directions at Macombs Road, emergency officials said. There was also standing water on FDR Drive that was causing delays Monday night, as well as standing water on Harlem River Drive, the city warned. The rain wreaked havoc on city subway lines. New York City Transit said that 1, 2, and 3 trains in Manhattan were suspended after flooding at stations, and that E, M and R trains were "severely disrupted." The Staten Island Railway suspended service in both directions in the southern part of the borough because of floods. The National Weather Service warned earlier Monday that showers and thunderstorms could bring rainfall rates of up to 2 inches an hour, and up to 3 inches in total could fall in the New York City area. By just after 10 p.m., the heaviest rainfall had moved east of New York City and weakened, and the showers were forecast to lessen in intensity throughout the night, the weather service office for the region said.


Hans India
4 days ago
- Climate
- Hans India
Torrential rain triggers flash flooding in New York, New Jersey
Torrential rains lashed parts of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, unleashing severe flash flooding across New York City and northern New Jersey, prompting emergency alerts, evacuations, and widespread disruption. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency late Monday. Taking to X, he posted, "I am declaring a State of Emergency given flash flooding and high levels of rainfall in parts of the state. Please stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Stay safe, New Jersey." The National Weather Service also issued flash flood warnings for all five boroughs of New York City, as heavy storms dropped more than an inch of rain in areas such as Staten Island and Manhattan by early evening on Monday. Forecasts warned of continued rainfall through the night. The New York City authorities warned residents, especially those living in basement apartments, to be prepared for sudden evacuations. In a post on X, New York City Emergency Management posted, "If you live in a basement flat, stay alert. Flash flooding can happen with little warning, including overnight." "Keep a phone, torch, and Go Bag nearby. Be ready to move to higher ground," the authorities added. Emergency data showed Manhattan's Chelsea neighbourhood recorded 1.47 inches of rainfall by 7:30 p.m., while Staten Island had seen 1.67 inches. In neighbouring New Jersey, towns such as Plainfield and Metuchen faced some of the most severe impacts. Authorities in both New York and New Jersey maintained a heightened state of alert into the night, watching over flood-prone regions and warning of the potential for worsening conditions. More rainfall is expected across the cities, and emergency crews are deployed across affected zones to focus on public safety and rapid response.


India Today
4 days ago
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- India Today
Flash floods hit NYC, New Jersey declares state of emergency amid storms
Torrential rains battered parts of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic on Monday night, causing flash flooding across New York City and northern New Jersey and prompting emergency alerts and chaos unfolded across cities, Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency. 'I am declaring a State of Emergency given flash flooding and high levels of rainfall in parts of the state,' Murphy said on X (formerly Twitter). 'Please stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Stay safe, New Jersey.'I am declaring a State of Emergency given flash flooding and high levels of rainfall in parts of the stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Stay safe, New Jersey.— Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) July 14, 2025advertisementThe National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings across all five boroughs of New York City, as storms brought over an inch of rain to parts of Staten Island and Manhattan by early evening, with more expected overnight. New York City officials urged residents of basement flats to prepare for rapid evacuation. If you live in a basement flat, stay alert. Flash flooding can happen with little warning, including overnight,' New York City Emergency Management posted on X. 'Keep a phone, torch, and Go Bag nearby. Be ready to move to higher ground.'The Chelsea neighbourhood in Manhattan recorded 1.47 inches of rain by 7:30 p.m., while Staten Island saw 1.67 inches, according to city emergency updates. More rain was forecast for later in the night, according to a report by NBC. Authorities continue to monitor flood-prone areas and are urging residents to remain cautious as conditions may worsen.'Plainfield, NJ,' one user posted on social media, as updates and videos poured in online showing swamped intersections and overwhelmed emergency NJ #thunderstorm #flashflood @DaveCurren @JoeMartWx @News12NJ Andrew Winters (@weather_winters) July 14, 2025As reported by Mycentraljersey, Metuchen Mayor Jonathan Busch said police were rescuing motorists stranded in floodwaters and transporting them to the borough's high school for shelter. 'Much of the borough is experiencing significant flooding,' he said, urging residents to stay off the roads.- EndsMust Watch
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First Post
4 days ago
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- First Post
Flash flood warning issued in New York as New Jersey declares emergency after heavy rains
The National Weather Service office for the New York City region said that both New York and New Jersey are experiencing life-threatening flash flooding triggered by widespread storms read more Residents of New York have been issued a flash flood warning, while New Jersey's governor declared a state of emergency after heavy rains lashed through both states. The National Weather Service office for the New York City region said that both New York and New Jersey are experiencing life-threatening flash flooding triggered by widespread storms. 'Please stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Stay safe, New Jersey,' the state's Governor Phil Murphy said as he announced an emergency. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Meanwhile, in New York, residents living in basement apartments have been asked to be on standby to vacate their homes. 'If you live in a basement apartment, stay alert. Flash flooding can happen with little warning, including overnight. Be ready to move to higher ground,' New York City Emergency Management said. Stay safe America, remember to DON'T drive on flooded roads! 🚨 BREAKING: Ongoing rescues in Queens, New York as heavy rain slams the NY/NJ area. (Don't blame global warming.) — Jay 🇺🇸 A.P. Patriot (@AmericaPartyXhq) July 15, 2025 Early Monday evening, New York City Emergency Management reported rainfall totals of 1.67 inches in Staten Island and 1.47 inches in Manhattan's Chelsea neighbourhood. The update, shared on X around 7:30 p.m., also warned that additional rain was expected later that night. New York's LaGuardia International Airport and New Jersey's Newark Liberty International Airport witnessed flight disruptions owing to the bad weather, while the John F. Kennedy Airport warned of possible problems. According to the aeroplane tracking website, FlightAware, all three airports reported flight cancellations late on Monday. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Emergency officials reported that standing water forced the closure of the Cross Bronx Expressway in both directions at Macombs Road. The city also warned of delays on FDR Drive and Harlem River Drive due to flooding Monday night. Meanwhile, the New York Transit Department said it was conducting rescue operations in multiple subway stations in Queens, where trains were 'severely disrupted.' The Staten Island Railway has suspended train services on both lines because of floods.


NBC News
4 days ago
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- NBC News
Flash flood warning issued for NYC, N.J. declares emergency as heavy rains soak area
New Yorkers in basement apartments were told to be ready to leave and New Jersey's governor declared a state of emergency after heavy rains in the northeast caused flash flooding, officials said. Western Union County, New Jersey, was experiencing life-threatening flash flooding by storms that were nearly stationary Monday evening, the National Weather Service office for the New York City region said. 'Please stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel,' New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said in announcing he was declaring a state of emergency due to the heavy rainfall. 'Stay safe, New Jersey.' Cars drive trhrough flooded roads in New York City on Monday. Courtesy Sophia Maltese All five boroughs of New York City were under a flash flood warning Monday night. Emergency management officials warned residents of basement apartments to be ready to leave. 'If you live in a basement apartment, stay alert. Flash flooding can happen with little warning, including overnight,' New York City Emergency Management said on X. 'Keep a phone, flashlight, and Go Bag nearby. Be ready to move to higher ground.' Video on social media showed people wading out into floodwaters above their knees Monday in New Providence, New Jersey, around 10 miles west of Newark. Early rainfall reports Monday evening in New York City included 1.67 inches in Staten Island and 1.47 inches in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City Emergency Management said on X at around 7:30 p.m. — and it cautioned more rain was forecast Monday night. LaGuardia International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport both reported flight disruptions due to the weather, and John F. Kennedy Airport warned of possible problems. All three airports led in cancellations Monday night on tracking website FlightAware. Standing water on the Cross Bronx Expressway caused the traffic artery to be closed in both directions at Macombs Road, emergency officials said. There was also standing water on FDR Drive that was causing delays Monday night, as well as standing water on Harlem River Drive, the city warned. New York City Transit said it was working on flooding at multiple subway stations in Queens. E, M and R trains were "severely disrupted," the agency said. The Staten Island Railway suspended service in both directions in the southern part of the borough because of floods. The National Weather Service warned earlier Monday that showers and thunderstorms could bring rainfall rates of up to 2 inches an hour, and up to 3 inches in total could fall in the New York City area. "Much of this could fall in only 3 to 4 hours, causing isolated to scattered instances of flash flooding," the weather service said. At around 7:40 p.m., the weather service warned that an additional 1 to 2 inches, on top of the rain that already fell, could hit the city. Jamaica, Flushing, Rockaway Beach, Great Neck, John F. Kennedy Airport and Bayside were among the New York City areas expected to see flooding, the weather service said in the flash flood warning issued Monday. Phil Helsel