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Miami Herald
15-07-2025
- 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
15-07-2025
- 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.
Miami Herald
14-07-2025
- Climate
- Miami Herald
Texas Flooding: NWS Warns New ‘Dangerous Situation' Is Unfolding
The National Weather Service (NWS) for San Antonio warned that a "dangerous situation is occurring" in areas of southern Texas as heavy rain pours and even more is on the way. Affected areas include northern Uvalde, eastern Real, western Bandera, and southwest Kerr Counties, the NWS radar station said. Two to 4.78 inches of rain had fallen in the previous four hours said the alert at 4:37 a.m. local time on Monday, July 14. "More heavy rain is on the way. Flooding is already happening," NWS San Antonio said. This weather radar map from shows the situation across the area. It comes after catastrophic flash flooding in and around Kerrville killed at least 132 people when the Guadalupe River surged rapidly amid heavy rain and burst its banks, sweeping whole areas away. Crews are still searching for survivors, but were stopped on Sunday, July 13, by fresh heavy rains the the threat of flooding. They were due to resume the search and rescue operations on Monday. It was the first time search efforts for victims of the July Fourth floods were stopped due to severe weather. Authorities believe more than 160 people may still be missing in Kerr County alone, and 10 more in neighboring areas. In Kerrville, where local officials have come under scrutiny over whether residents were adequately warned about the rising water in the early morning hours of July 4, authorities went door-to-door to some homes after midnight early Sunday to alert people that flooding was again possible. Authorities also pushed phone alerts to those in the area. This is a breaking news story. Updates to follow. This article includes reporting by The Associated Press. Related Articles Austin Housing Market Given Ominous WarningDonald Trump Wants FEMA 'Remade,' Not Eradicated-DHS SecretaryNew Disturbance in the Gulf Could Hit Florida in DaysFlash Flooding Suspends Texas Search and Rescue Operations 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
13-07-2025
- Climate
- Newsweek
Map Reveals States Experiencing Drought Conditions
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. A live map from highlighted which parts of the United States were experiencing the most pronounced drought conditions as of Friday. Why It Matters Drought can have serious implications for water supply. In 2022, Lake Mead—the largest reservoir in the U.S. by capacity—fell to critically low levels following years of drought. What To Know According to a map of drought conditions from the areas experiencing the most intense drought conditions as of Friday morning included parts of Utah, Arizona, Nevada, California, Colorado, Oregon, Washington, and Montana. In Arizona and Nevada, this included the area just south of Lake Mead. Drought conditions were most widespread in the western U.S., although pockets of mild to severe drought intensity were scattered throughout the rest of the country, map showed. According to the latest update from the U.S. Drought Monitor, drought conditions continued to ease across the Great Plains due to heavy rainfall. However, long-term drought persists in south-central Texas. Improvements were seen in parts of New Mexico, southwestern Colorado, and Arizona, while drought worsened in the Pacific Northwest and Northern Intermountain West. Most of the Corn Belt and Midwest remain drought-free, except for northern Illinois where conditions worsened, the agency said. Central to southwestern Florida saw drought end after heavy storms. The East, Ohio and Tennessee Valleys, and Lower Mississippi Valley are mostly drought-free, U.S. Drought Monitor said. Jay Lund, a professor of civil and environmental engineering at the University of California, Davis, told Newsweek that climate change is making droughts in the U.S. harder in several ways. Higher temperatures increase evaporation from land and plants, reducing how much water reaches streams, reservoirs, and groundwater. Warmer temperatures cause snow to melt earlier or fall as rain, shifting streamflow to winter when it's less useful and harder to manage, Lund said. "There is some thought that more precipitation is happening in few storm events, which makes it hard to capture runoff from these events for use in drier times," he added. What People Are Saying Jay Lund, a professor of civil and environmental engineering at the University of California, Davis, told Newsweek: "Perhaps the biggest aspect of these climate changes for the west is that they have exacerbated long-standing groundwater overdraft and overdraft of the huge Colorado River reservoirs, making these problems worsen at a broadly unacceptable rate. This is accelerating management discussions and changes that would have been even more strongly resisted otherwise." He continued: "The biggest vulnerabilities are to ecosystems and agriculture. Ecosystems are already on the ropes, and now must contend with higher temperatures, the new invasive species these bring, and worsening droughts. Agriculture, as the major water use in the West with low economic values for water will likely have to give up 10-20 percent of its least valuable irrigated acreage, which will harm many rural areas. Urban areas need relatively little water and have resources and expertise to manage—it will be more expensive, but manageably so if well led, except for some marginal communities." What Happens Next? The U.S. Drought monitor issues weekly updates regarding drought conditions in the U.S.
Newsweek
12-07-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Map Reveals States With Most Polluted Air in America
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. A series of live maps from highlighted which parts of the U.S. were experiencing elevated levels of air pollution on Friday. The maps showed data for multiple types of pollutant, including nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), particles (PM2.5), surface ozone, sulfur dioxide (SO₂), carbon monoxide (CO) concentration, aerosol, and dust mass. Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂) According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) belongs to a group of highly reactive gases collectively known as nitrogen oxides (NOₓ), which also include compounds like nitrous acid and nitric acid. NO₂ is commonly used as a representative indicator for this broader category of nitrogen oxides. The main source of NO₂ in the atmosphere is fuel combustion, the EPA says. It is produced by emissions from vehicles such as cars, trucks, and buses, as well as from power plants and off-road machinery. The agency warns that breathing high levels of nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) can irritate the respiratory system and worsen conditions like asthma, causing symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. Short-term exposure may lead to emergency room visits, while long-term exposure can contribute to asthma development and increase vulnerability to respiratory infections. Children, the elderly, and people with asthma are especially at risk. According to a live map from areas with some of the highest NO₂ concentrations as of early Friday included New York, Los Angeles, and Detroit. Particles (PM2.5) The CDC says that particulate matter is made up of minuscule pieces of solids or liquids in the air, including dust, soot, dirt, smoke, or drops of liquid. Smaller particles, known as PM2.5, are particularly dangerous as they can penetrate deep into the lungs or even enter the bloodstream, the agency says. This type of pollution poses the greatest risk to older adults, young children, and individuals with preexisting medical conditions. map showed heightened PM2.5 levels across parts of California, Nevada, Arizona, North and South Dakota, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and New York at the time of writing. Surface Ozone "Ozone is a secondary pollutant, meaning it's not emitted directly from sources, but is formed through chemical reactions," AccuWeather meteorologist Brandon Buckingham told Newsweek. "These reactions require sunlight and higher temperatures, making warmer months more prone to ozone formation. When air is stagnant, pollutants don't get dispersed, allowing ozone to build up to unhealthy levels." The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) cautions that exposure to ozone may irritate the respiratory tract, cause airway inflammation, and aggravate existing conditions like asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis. According to map, the highest concentration of ozone was located in California, east of Barstow on Friday morning. Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂) According to the EPA, the primary contributor of sulfur dioxide (SO₂) in the atmosphere is the combustion of fossil fuels by power plants and various industrial operations. Additional, smaller sources of SO₂ emissions include industrial activities like metal extraction from ore, natural phenomena such as volcanic eruptions, and the use of fuel with high sulfur content in locomotives, ships, and other heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. The agency says that short-term exposure to sulfur dioxide (SO₂) can negatively impact the respiratory system and cause difficulty in breathing. Individuals with asthma—especially children—are particularly vulnerable to these effects. When SO₂ emissions reach elevated levels, they can contribute to the formation of additional sulfur oxides. These compounds can interact with other substances in the atmosphere, resulting in the creation of small particles. These tiny particles can penetrate deep into the lungs and, when present in large enough quantities, may lead to health issues, the EPA says. map showed that the highest levels of SO₂ were in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana on Friday morning. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Concentration Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that becomes harmful at high levels, the EPA says. It is produced by burning and mainly enters outdoor air through vehicles and machinery that use fossil fuels. Breathing high levels of CO reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen to vital organs like the heart and brain. Very high concentrations—usually indoors—can cause dizziness, confusion, unconsciousness, or even death. Outdoors, the EPA says elevated CO levels can pose risks for people with heart disease, potentially triggering chest pain (angina) during physical exertion or stress and reduced oxygen to the heart. According to map, the highest CO levels were along the East and West Coasts, as well as the Midwest. Aerosol The CDC defines aerosol as a suspension of particles or droplets in air. This may include airborne dusts, mists, fumes, or smoke. Aerosol levels were slightly heightened in Iowa, North Dakota, New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts on Friday morning. Dust Mass The CDC warns that dust from roads, farms, dry riverbeds, construction sites, and mines can irritate the eyes, nose, and throat. Several states showed elevated levels on Friday morning, including, but not limited to, parts of:
