The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued flash flood warnings for several areas in the New York metropolitan region, effective until at least 8:00 pm EDT on June 30. The warned boroughs include Brooklyn, Manhattan, Richmond, and Queens. The authorities may update or adjust the warning for the affected areas or nearby regions in the coming hours.
The continuous heavy rain could lead to flooding in low-lying areas near rivers, streams, and creeks. There is also a possibility of flooding in urban areas, especially in developed regions with drainage systems that may get overwhelmed by stormwater. Areas downstream from large reservoirs or rivers could face flash flooding after short periods of intense rainfall. In hilly or mountainous terrain where the soil is saturated from heavy rain, landslides are also a concern.
In low-lying areas, localized business disruptions may occur due to flood damage to facilities, potential evacuations, and the challenge some employees may face in getting to work. As a result, some businesses may not be able to operate at full capacity.
Google Trends data reveals a significant increase in searches for flash flood safety tips and real-time weather updates as residents seek information on how to protect themselves and their property.
Over the weekend, severe thunderstorms moved through New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, bringing heavy rains, damaging winds, hail, and the potential for tornadoes. Some areas were expected to receive 2 to 3 inches of rainfall, which could trigger flash floods.
A severe thunderstorm warning issued for New York City expired at 5:15 pm (local time), while the rest of the Tri-State Area remained under a severe thunderstorm watch until 7:00 pm.
In September 2023, New York City experienced chaos due to ongoing rainfall that led to flash floods, disrupting subway services and turning city streets into water obstacles. The National Weather Service reported that some areas had already received more than 2 inches (5.08 cm) of rain by Friday morning, with an additional 2 inches expected, prompting a flash flood warning for the city. Google Trends also showed a surge in searches related to flood preparedness and emergency response, reflecting the public’s heightened concern and need for timely information.
The continuous heavy rain could lead to flooding in low-lying areas near rivers, streams, and creeks. There is also a possibility of flooding in urban areas, especially in developed regions with drainage systems that may get overwhelmed by stormwater. Areas downstream from large reservoirs or rivers could face flash flooding after short periods of intense rainfall. In hilly or mountainous terrain where the soil is saturated from heavy rain, landslides are also a concern.
In low-lying areas, localized business disruptions may occur due to flood damage to facilities, potential evacuations, and the challenge some employees may face in getting to work. As a result, some businesses may not be able to operate at full capacity.
Google Trends data reveals a significant increase in searches for flash flood safety tips and real-time weather updates as residents seek information on how to protect themselves and their property.
Over the weekend, severe thunderstorms moved through New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, bringing heavy rains, damaging winds, hail, and the potential for tornadoes. Some areas were expected to receive 2 to 3 inches of rainfall, which could trigger flash floods.
A severe thunderstorm warning issued for New York City expired at 5:15 pm (local time), while the rest of the Tri-State Area remained under a severe thunderstorm watch until 7:00 pm.
In September 2023, New York City experienced chaos due to ongoing rainfall that led to flash floods, disrupting subway services and turning city streets into water obstacles. The National Weather Service reported that some areas had already received more than 2 inches (5.08 cm) of rain by Friday morning, with an additional 2 inches expected, prompting a flash flood warning for the city. Google Trends also showed a surge in searches related to flood preparedness and emergency response, reflecting the public’s heightened concern and need for timely information.
