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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
New York, New Jersey flooding update: Extreme weather warnings live tracker map
The Northeast region of the United States was slammed by torrential rain on Monday night, which caused flooding in various areas of New York and New Jersey, leading to the suspension of highways, subway service, and declaration of a state of emergency in New Jersey. A view shows a flooded subway station in New York, U.S., July 14, 2025, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video. ( via REUTERS) Communities struggled with rapidly rising waters and severe travel disruptions as flash flood alerts and watches extended from Virginia to Pennsylvania. Dramatic footage on social media featured buses stuck by rising water in communities like Scotch Plains, New Jersey, and floodwater spilling into subway stations in Manhattan. According to the National Weather Service, flood concerns remained in southeast New York, particularly Staten Island, which recorded between 4 and 6 inches of rain overnight, northeast New Jersey, and eastern and central Pennsylvania. Also Read: Volcanic activity in 4 key US states sparks concern, scientists monitor earthquakes at Mount Rainier; What's happening? New York and New Jersey Flooding Updates: Live Tracker Map New Jersey Governor Philip D. Murphy proclaimed a state of emergency in the wake of the extensive flooding that closed highways, stranded public transportation, and submerged several vehicles. Several New Jersey Transit routes were redirected or stopped, and buses and trains suffered significant delays. 'I have declared a State of Emergency out of an abundance of caution due to flash flooding and severe thunderstorms across the state,' stated Governor Murphy. 'I urge New Jerseyans to exercise caution, follow all safety protocols, and remain off the roads unless absolutely necessary.' New York and New Jersey flooding update: Thunderstorms live tracker map As floodwaters flooded underground stations, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority cautioned of major delays on certain subways and suspended others. Rescue workers in Westchester County, New York, had to wade across flooded roadways to get to trapped drivers. 'At this time, residents are still strongly advised to avoid all travel unless fleeing an area that is subject to flooding, or under an evacuation order,' noted Carolyn Fortino, the Westchester County executive's spokesperson, in an email to The Associated Press late Monday. Here is the Thunderstorms Live Tracker for New York and New Jersey Flooding(
Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Climate
- Miami Herald
New York and New Jersey Flash Flooding, Rain Warnings: Live Tracker Maps
Torrential rain hit the U.S. Northeast on Monday night, flooding several parts of New York and New Jersey, forcing highway closures, suspending subway lines, and prompting New Jersey's governor to declare a state of emergency. Flash flood warnings and watches stretched from Virginia through Pennsylvania, as communities contended with fast-rising waters and significant travel disruption. Social media videos showed dramatic scenes of floodwater pouring into Manhattan subway stations and buses left stranded by rising water in towns such as Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Interactive maps from showed the affected areas. The rainfall and resulting flash floods brought widespread disruption to millions of commuters, exposing vulnerabilities in urban transit and infrastructure. Heavy rain across the mid-Atlantic region intensified concerns about severe weather trends, with meteorologists noting that the confluence of slow-moving storms and hot, humid air exacerbated flood risks disproportionately in urbanized areas between New Jersey and Washington, D.C. The National Weather Service advised that, although rain had lessened by late Monday, flood threats persisted in northeast New Jersey, eastern and central Pennsylvania, and southeast New York, especially Staten Island, an area that received between 4 and 6 inches of rain overnight. New Jersey Governor Philip D. Murphy declared a state of emergency following the widespread flooding that shut down highways, stranded public transit, and submerged vehicles. Buses and trains experienced major delays, with several New Jersey Transit lines rerouted or halted. "I have declared a State of Emergency out of an abundance of caution due to flash flooding and severe thunderstorms across the state," said Gov. Murphy. "I urge New Jerseyans to exercise caution, follow all safety protocols, and remain off the roads unless absolutely necessary." The Metropolitan Transportation Authority suspended some subway service and warned of severe delays on others, as floodwaters poured into underground stations. In Westchester County, New York, rescue crews waded through inundated streets to reach stranded motorists. Carolyn Fortino, spokesperson for the Westchester County executive, wrote, "At this time, residents are still strongly advised to avoid all travel unless fleeing an area that is subject to flooding, or under an evacuation order," in an email to The Associated Press late Monday. Flight delays mounted at John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports, with dozens of flights canceled at Newark. Major regional roadways-including the Saw Mill River Parkway, Taconic State Parkway, and Cross Bronx Expressway-faced closures due to flooding and debris. Emergency services warned drivers to stay away from water-covered roads, as rescues continued into the night. Mount Joy in southeastern Pennsylvania declared a disaster emergency after more than seven inches of rain fell in under five hours, forcing at least 16 water rescues, though no injuries were reported. Borough Emergency Management Coordinator Philip Colvin said, "The declaration enables us to access additional resources to support residents and accelerate recovery efforts," in a public statement on Monday. Water in Mount Joy and in parts of New Jersey had begun to recede by Monday evening, but cleanup operations were expected to continue for days. Related Articles Videos Show Flash Floods Swamping New York Subways, TrainsHow to Watch New York Atlas vs Boston Cannons: Live Stream Premier Lacrosse League, TV ChannelBrad Lander Said ICE Agent That Arrested Him Considered Mamdani VoteZohran Mamdani's Father's Remark About Suicide Bombers Comes Under Scrutiny 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Climate
- Newsweek
New York and New Jersey Flash Flooding, Rain Warnings: Live Tracker Maps
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Torrential rain hit the U.S. Northeast on Monday night, flooding several parts of New York and New Jersey, forcing highway closures, suspending subway lines, and prompting New Jersey's governor to declare a state of emergency. Flash flood warnings and watches stretched from Virginia through Pennsylvania, as communities contended with fast-rising waters and significant travel disruption. Social media videos showed dramatic scenes of floodwater pouring into Manhattan subway stations and buses left stranded by rising water in towns such as Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Interactive maps from showed the affected areas. New York and New Jersey Flooding: Weather Radar Live Tracker Map The rainfall and resulting flash floods brought widespread disruption to millions of commuters, exposing vulnerabilities in urban transit and infrastructure. Heavy rain across the mid-Atlantic region intensified concerns about severe weather trends, with meteorologists noting that the confluence of slow-moving storms and hot, humid air exacerbated flood risks disproportionately in urbanized areas between New Jersey and Washington, D.C. The National Weather Service advised that, although rain had lessened by late Monday, flood threats persisted in northeast New Jersey, eastern and central Pennsylvania, and southeast New York, especially Staten Island, an area that received between 4 and 6 inches of rain overnight. New York and New Jersey Flooding: Rain Accumulation Live Tracker Map New Jersey Governor Philip D. Murphy declared a state of emergency following the widespread flooding that shut down highways, stranded public transit, and submerged vehicles. Buses and trains experienced major delays, with several New Jersey Transit lines rerouted or halted. "I have declared a State of Emergency out of an abundance of caution due to flash flooding and severe thunderstorms across the state," said Gov. Murphy. "I urge New Jerseyans to exercise caution, follow all safety protocols, and remain off the roads unless absolutely necessary." New York and New Jersey Flooding: Rain Live Tracker Map The Metropolitan Transportation Authority suspended some subway service and warned of severe delays on others, as floodwaters poured into underground stations. In Westchester County, New York, rescue crews waded through inundated streets to reach stranded motorists. This image made from video shows a flooded street in Rahway, N.J., on July 14, 2025. This image made from video shows a flooded street in Rahway, N.J., on July 14, 2025. WABC-TV via AP Carolyn Fortino, spokesperson for the Westchester County executive, wrote, "At this time, residents are still strongly advised to avoid all travel unless fleeing an area that is subject to flooding, or under an evacuation order," in an email to The Associated Press late Monday. New York and New Jersey Flooding: Thunderstorms Live Tracker Map Airports and Major Thoroughfares Affected Flight delays mounted at John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia airports, with dozens of flights canceled at Newark. Major regional roadways—including the Saw Mill River Parkway, Taconic State Parkway, and Cross Bronx Expressway—faced closures due to flooding and debris. Emergency services warned drivers to stay away from water-covered roads, as rescues continued into the night. New York and New Jersey Flooding: Extreme Weather Warnings Live Tracker Map Pennsylvania and Virginia Also Impacted Mount Joy in southeastern Pennsylvania declared a disaster emergency after more than seven inches of rain fell in under five hours, forcing at least 16 water rescues, though no injuries were reported. This image made from video shows cars submerged in floodwaters in Rahway, NJ., on July 14, 2025. This image made from video shows cars submerged in floodwaters in Rahway, NJ., on July 14, 2025. WABC-TV via AP Borough Emergency Management Coordinator Philip Colvin said, "The declaration enables us to access additional resources to support residents and accelerate recovery efforts," in a public statement on Monday. Water in Mount Joy and in parts of New Jersey had begun to recede by Monday evening, but cleanup operations were expected to continue for days.
New York Times
25-02-2025
- Business
- New York Times
In the Trump Era, Crafting a State Budget Becomes More Complicated
Gov. Philip D. Murphy of New Jersey proposed a $58 billion budget on Tuesday that would keep spending roughly flat as the state braces for potentially drastic reductions in federal funding, including Medicaid. State officials acknowledged that drafting the final budget of Mr. Murphy's second term had proved challenging amid uncertainty in Washington, where Republicans are mulling deep cuts in spending on health care for low-income people to help pay for $4.5 trillion in tax cuts. New Jersey estimates it could lose as much as $5.2 billion in Medicaid matching funds that help provide health coverage to roughly 700,000 residents. 'There are some draconian cuts that might be presented,' the state's treasurer, Elizabeth Maher Muoio, said. 'That is the real game changer that we all have to be aware of,' she added. New Jersey, she noted, is not the only state grappling with such uncertainty. Last week, the bipartisan National Conference of State Legislatures warned that any dip in Medicaid funding could lead to devastating results, noting that roughly 79 million Americans depend on it for health care. 'Medicaid accounts for over half of all federal funds to states and is the largest source of federal funding for state budgets, making it essential to states' ability to design and administer health care programs that meet the unique needs of their populations,' stated a letter from the conference and other organizations sent to Washington lawmakers. The budget Mr. Murphy unveiled included $1.4 billion more than the one he approved for the current fiscal year, but $70 million less than what the state expected it would actually spend by July, after midyear adjustments. Still, the budget blueprint, which will now be refined by the State Legislature before it is approved by July 1, required what officials described as difficult choices. Months ago, all agencies were asked to trim spending by 5 percent and to limit new hiring. The proposed spending plan sets aside $1 million to pay for as many as 10 additional lawyers who will focus on challenging Trump administration policies deemed harmful to New Jersey. But it also includes cuts to college affordability programs and only small increases in municipal aid. Taxes would be increased on sports betting and recreational activities like bowling and laser tag, as would fees on cigarettes, vaping items and drone purchases. 'While I sincerely hope that the situation in Washington settles down, and that we in turn have a normal, healthy budget season over the next few months, that is by no means a guarantee,' Mr. Murphy, a Democrat, told state lawmakers in a budget address in Trenton. 'There is a distinct possibility that we will, instead, need to pursue a 'break the glass' strategy,' he said. 'What that looks like, we cannot yet say. But we must acknowledge, and adapt to, this new reality.' New Jersey this year received about $28 billion from Washington, and roughly 15 percent of the state's public work force is paid with federal funds. Officials have said there are also concerns about potential cuts in federal funding for New Jersey Transit, which raised bus and train fares by 15 percent in July and still faces a large deficit. 'If that money were to be cut, we would either have to make up the difference somehow with state dollars, or our residents would be essentially denied the services,' Ms. Muoio said. 'This is all a big question mark right now, but the numbers we're hearing are sobering,' she said. The governor's proposed budget increases aid to schools and continues to fully fund New Jersey's pension obligations for public employees while setting aside about $6.3 billion for a rainy day surplus fund for emergencies. It also includes promised funds for Stay NJ, an initiative approved last year to cut property taxes by as much as $6,500 a year for older homeowners. Since taking office in 2018, Governor Murphy has prioritized efforts to pad the surplus and meet the state's pension obligations, resulting in a series of improved credit score ratings. And Ms. Muoio recoiled at the suggestion that, in the face of cuts in Washington, New Jersey might scrimp on pensions to balance the budget — a tactic regularly used by prior administrations that had caused interest payments to balloon. Had the pension payments been fully funded for the last 25 years, Mr. Murphy said costs would be about $1 billion a year. Instead, New Jersey spends $7 billion annually on its pension obligations. 'Over the past five budgets alone, we have paid, in total, a $30 billion penalty,' Mr. Murphy told lawmakers. 'That is $30 billion that should be going back into our hospitals, our schools, our public transit system,' he added. 'But instead, we are literally paying the price for decades of short-term, sloppy and selfish decision-making.'
