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Time of India
31-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
NYC state of emergency: State of emergency declared by Governor Kathy Hochul across New York as flash flooding threatens millions
Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams have declared a state of emergency for New York City, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley due to the risk of life-threatening flash floods. Up to five inches of rain are expected, potentially causing transit delays and flooded roads. Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel and take precautions to protect their property. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Which counties have the highest risk of flash flooding? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads How are state and city officials dealing with the storm? What precautions should the residents take right now? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Adams declared a state of emergency in New York, including New York City, in response to life-threatening flash flood risks. With up to five inches of rain expected in some areas and flood watches in effect, officials are urging residents to get ready right downpours on Thursday and Friday are likely to cause mass transit delays, flooded subways, and impassable just a few hours, up to 5 inches of rain could fall, overwhelming transit systems and flooding roads, basements, and subways. Non-essential state employees were released early, as officials advised extreme heavy rains fall across New York, Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams have declared a state of emergency for New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and more than a dozen surrounding decision is in response to a heightened flash flooding risk, which the National Weather Service has upgraded to moderate, with up to 70% chance of flooding in the most vulnerable areas, as per a report by News12 emergency declaration applies to the following regions: The Bronx, Queens, Kings, Nassau, Suffolk, Orange, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, Westchester, Dutchess, Putnam, and others. Flood watches are in effect until Friday afternoon, with up to five inches of rain expected in the NYC metro area, Long Island, and the Mid-Hudson Hochul has activated statewide emergency operations, deploying water rescue teams in Orange and Ulster counties and releasing non-essential employees in several counties at 1 p.m. to ease the evening commute. The Division of Homeland Security, the State Police, and the Fire Operations Centers are all on high alert, working closely with local emergency Adams, citing the storm's severe potential, echoed the urgency by declaring his own state of emergency. The mayor's office warns that the weather may "restrict the operation of emergency vehicles, delay transit systems, and impede essential services."Subway flooding and sewer backups are already being closely monitored, with rainfall rates expected to exceed two inches per hour, particularly Thursday evening. Officials have issued a warning that roads, particularly underpasses and areas with poor drainage, could quickly become Yorkers are strongly advised to avoid unnecessary travel on Thursday evening and Friday morning, stay off flooded roads, and take precautions to protect property, particularly in basements and lower floors that are prone to water accumulation. Commuters should anticipate significant transit delays, and employers are advised to allow employees to leave can stay informed by texting their county or borough name to 333111 and receiving real-time emergency alerts on their mobile phones. It is also recommended that you enable government alerts in your phone's settings and stay up to date on local news and Hochul emphasized that "I am urging all New Yorkers to stay vigilant, informed, and use caution." She added that state agencies are fully operational and monitoring developments as the storm of Thursday afternoon, the worst rain was expected to fall within a 3- to 6-hour window, potentially flooding storm drains and subways throughout the metro area. More rainfall is expected in parts of the Southern Tier and Capital Region as includes the Bronx, the boroughs of New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and 12 or more to 5 inches in the heaviest bands, with rates that may exceed 2 inches per hour.
Economic Times
31-07-2025
- Climate
- Economic Times
NYC state of emergency: State of emergency declared by Governor Kathy Hochul across New York as flash flooding threatens millions
Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams have declared a state of emergency for New York City, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley due to the risk of life-threatening flash floods. Up to five inches of rain are expected, potentially causing transit delays and flooded roads. Residents are urged to avoid unnecessary travel and take precautions to protect their property. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Which counties have the highest risk of flash flooding? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads How are state and city officials dealing with the storm? What precautions should the residents take right now? Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Adams declared a state of emergency in New York, including New York City, in response to life-threatening flash flood risks. With up to five inches of rain expected in some areas and flood watches in effect, officials are urging residents to get ready right downpours on Thursday and Friday are likely to cause mass transit delays, flooded subways, and impassable just a few hours, up to 5 inches of rain could fall, overwhelming transit systems and flooding roads, basements, and subways. Non-essential state employees were released early, as officials advised extreme heavy rains fall across New York, Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams have declared a state of emergency for New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and more than a dozen surrounding decision is in response to a heightened flash flooding risk, which the National Weather Service has upgraded to moderate, with up to 70% chance of flooding in the most vulnerable areas, as per a report by News12 emergency declaration applies to the following regions: The Bronx, Queens, Kings, Nassau, Suffolk, Orange, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, Westchester, Dutchess, Putnam, and others. Flood watches are in effect until Friday afternoon, with up to five inches of rain expected in the NYC metro area, Long Island, and the Mid-Hudson Hochul has activated statewide emergency operations, deploying water rescue teams in Orange and Ulster counties and releasing non-essential employees in several counties at 1 p.m. to ease the evening commute. The Division of Homeland Security, the State Police, and the Fire Operations Centers are all on high alert, working closely with local emergency Adams, citing the storm's severe potential, echoed the urgency by declaring his own state of emergency. The mayor's office warns that the weather may "restrict the operation of emergency vehicles, delay transit systems, and impede essential services."Subway flooding and sewer backups are already being closely monitored, with rainfall rates expected to exceed two inches per hour, particularly Thursday evening. Officials have issued a warning that roads, particularly underpasses and areas with poor drainage, could quickly become Yorkers are strongly advised to avoid unnecessary travel on Thursday evening and Friday morning, stay off flooded roads, and take precautions to protect property, particularly in basements and lower floors that are prone to water accumulation. Commuters should anticipate significant transit delays, and employers are advised to allow employees to leave can stay informed by texting their county or borough name to 333111 and receiving real-time emergency alerts on their mobile phones. It is also recommended that you enable government alerts in your phone's settings and stay up to date on local news and Hochul emphasized that "I am urging all New Yorkers to stay vigilant, informed, and use caution." She added that state agencies are fully operational and monitoring developments as the storm of Thursday afternoon, the worst rain was expected to fall within a 3- to 6-hour window, potentially flooding storm drains and subways throughout the metro area. More rainfall is expected in parts of the Southern Tier and Capital Region as includes the Bronx, the boroughs of New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and 12 or more to 5 inches in the heaviest bands, with rates that may exceed 2 inches per hour.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
The day after: Crews clean up after floodwaters recede in Westchester, Rockland
Crews performed numerous water rescues, vehicles were submerged and sections of parkways were shut down after thunderstorms brought flooding Monday, July 14, that rapidly walloped areas of Westchester and Rockland counties. Gov. Kathy Hochul said the state had been "closely monitoring" the situation in Rockland and Westchester on Monday night, noting that road conditions were especially serious and that several rescues had been conducted. Many road closures appeared to end overnight, but parts of the Bronx River and Saw Mill River parkways — major commuter thoroughfares — were closed into Tuesday morning. A New York State Department of Transportation spokesperson said that, as of 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, closures included: the Saw Mill River Parkway north and south, between Exits 9 and 16; Bronx River Parkway north, between the New York City line in Yonkers and Exit 11W; Bronx River Parkway south, between the New York City line in Yonkers and Oak Street; and, in Rockland County, Route 59 east at Palisades Center Mall. See the inch counts: Rockland, Westchester, Putnam rainfall totals for July 14 storm Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said Monday that Hochul offered support toward recovery efforts in the days after the flooding. He was also in communication with state Division of Homeland Security Commissioner Jackie Bray, as well as local municipalities, to 'provide assistance where needed.' Westchester County Airport remained open and flights resumed Monday night. Bee-Line Bus service in southern Westchester had been restored. The Westchester County Department of Public Works teams were plenty busy in White Plains on Tuesday, as they cleared debris from the Bronx River Parkway. Nick Fazio was working with the crew to keep drains clear and help floodwaters recede. What we know the day after: Flash flooding July 14 in Rockland, Westchester prompt water rescues "There's really not much we can do about it, even if the basins are clear," Fazio told reporters. "The river's right there. If it comes up over the wall, there's just too much. Then we wouldn't be able to stop it." The National Weather Service said runoff from the rains caused the Bronx River to rise to a moderate flood stage of around 3.7 feet early Tuesday morning, but the river was expected to drop below flood stage Tuesday afternoon. Fazio expected the waters on the BRP to recede and be cleared within the same day, "hopefully." Not far from the clean up crew sits the Dog Den, a hot dog restaurant with views of the Bronx River. Owner Dennis Rubich lamented on Instagram Tuesday that, through years of the area weathering storms and hurricanes, he'd never seen so much water— and so quickly. "The highway [Bronx River Parkway] was completely covered, 30 inches-plus, but much higher around the Den," he said. Rubich was at his restaurant Monday night while the floodwaters rose. 'I knew we'd have flooding and I know where the water tends to come in, so I was trying to move everything I could and be proactive,' he told The Journal News/lohud. 'This was the worst I've seen for sure; I thought we'd have six feet of water.' At a certain point, he left for his home in Irvington, as he kept getting flood warnings on his phone. 'I probably should have stayed because everything was flooded and getting home was crazy. You can't sleep. You worry. So I got up early this morning to come back and see what had happened overnight.' Luckily, the Dog Den sustained little damage. 'I have to count my blessings. I can't complain,' he said. 'Especially when I know how bad it was. Thankfully, the old building held her own yet again and we have minimal damage and some clean up.' He was closed Tuesday, but plans to open again for National Hot Dog Day on Wednesday, July 16. Of interest: Video shows subways in New York City, streets in NJ inundated by flash flooding According to the National Weather Service, Rockland County received the most rain of any area in the Lower Hudson Valley. Workers were spotted sweeping away floodwaters from Route 59 near the Palisades Center in West Nyack. Nanuet had numerous road closures between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. Monday. By 1 a.m. Tuesday morning, total rainfall measured 5.03 inches, the highest reading of any municipality in the downstate New York region. In comparison, Westchester, Putnam and New York City received as much as 3 to 4 inches of rain in some areas, with severe flooding on public transit tracks, major roadways near rivers and streams, and low-lying parking lots. Piermont Fire Department's dive team carried out water rescues Monday night, responding to six emergencies in the county. In Clarkstown, Town Supervisor George Hoehmann said in a 7:30 p.m. Monday update that the town was experiencing flooding in low areas. Old Mill Road at Strawtown Road was closed at the time because of a downed tree. A large tree went down on Branchville and hit a house but there were no injuries, his post said. There was flooding at Germonds and Bardonia roads and at Fisher Avenue and Prospect Street, which were closed at the time. Contributing: lohud's Seth Harrison and John Meore. This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: NY flooding: Westchester, Rockland clean up as waters recede
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
The day after: Crews clean up after floodwaters recede in Westchester, Rockland
Crews performed numerous water rescues, vehicles were submerged and sections of parkways were shut down after thunderstorms brought flooding Monday, July 14, that rapidly walloped areas of Westchester and Rockland counties. Gov. Kathy Hochul said the state had been "closely monitoring" the situation in Rockland and Westchester on Monday night, noting that road conditions were especially serious and that several rescues had been conducted. Many road closures appeared to end overnight, but parts of the Bronx River and Saw Mill River parkways — major commuter thoroughfares — were closed into Tuesday morning. A New York State Department of Transportation spokesperson said that, as of 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, closures included: the Saw Mill River Parkway north and south, between Exits 9 and 16; Bronx River Parkway north, between the New York City line in Yonkers and Exit 11W; Bronx River Parkway south, between the New York City line in Yonkers and Oak Street; and, in Rockland County, Route 59 east at Palisades Center Mall. See the inch counts: Rockland, Westchester, Putnam rainfall totals for July 14 storm Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said Monday that Hochul offered support toward recovery efforts in the days after the flooding. He was also in communication with state Division of Homeland Security Commissioner Jackie Bray, as well as local municipalities, to 'provide assistance where needed.' Westchester County Airport remained open and flights resumed Monday night. Bee-Line Bus service in southern Westchester had been restored. The Westchester County Department of Public Works teams were plenty busy in White Plains on Tuesday, as they cleared debris from the Bronx River Parkway. Nick Fazio was working with the crew to keep drains clear and help floodwaters recede. What we know the day after: Flash flooding July 14 in Rockland, Westchester prompt water rescues "There's really not much we can do about it, even if the basins are clear," Fazio told reporters. "The river's right there. If it comes up over the wall, there's just too much. Then we wouldn't be able to stop it." The National Weather Service said runoff from the rains caused the Bronx River to rise to a moderate flood stage of around 3.7 feet early Tuesday morning, but the river was expected to drop below flood stage Tuesday afternoon. Fazio expected the waters on the BRP to recede and be cleared within the same day, "hopefully." Not far from the clean up crew sits the Dog Den, a hot dog restaurant with views of the Bronx River. Owner Dennis Rubich lamented on Instagram Tuesday that, through years of the area weathering storms and hurricanes, he'd never seen so much water— and so quickly. "The highway [Bronx River Parkway] was completely covered, 30 inches-plus, but much higher around the Den," he said. Rubich was at his restaurant Monday night while the floodwaters rose. 'I knew we'd have flooding and I know where the water tends to come in, so I was trying to move everything I could and be proactive,' he told The Journal News/lohud. 'This was the worst I've seen for sure; I thought we'd have six feet of water.' At a certain point, he left for his home in Irvington, as he kept getting flood warnings on his phone. 'I probably should have stayed because everything was flooded and getting home was crazy. You can't sleep. You worry. So I got up early this morning to come back and see what had happened overnight.' Luckily, the Dog Den sustained little damage. 'I have to count my blessings. I can't complain,' he said. 'Especially when I know how bad it was. Thankfully, the old building held her own yet again and we have minimal damage and some clean up.' He was closed Tuesday, but plans to open again for National Hot Dog Day on Wednesday, July 16. Of interest: Video shows subways in New York City, streets in NJ inundated by flash flooding According to the National Weather Service, Rockland County received the most rain of any area in the Lower Hudson Valley. Workers were spotted sweeping away floodwaters from Route 59 near the Palisades Center in West Nyack. Nanuet had numerous road closures between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. Monday. By 1 a.m. Tuesday morning, total rainfall measured 5.03 inches, the highest reading of any municipality in the downstate New York region. In comparison, Westchester, Putnam and New York City received as much as 3 to 4 inches of rain in some areas, with severe flooding on public transit tracks, major roadways near rivers and streams, and low-lying parking lots. Piermont Fire Department's dive team carried out water rescues Monday night, responding to six emergencies in the county. In Clarkstown, Town Supervisor George Hoehmann said in a 7:30 p.m. Monday update that the town was experiencing flooding in low areas. Old Mill Road at Strawtown Road was closed at the time because of a downed tree. A large tree went down on Branchville and hit a house but there were no injuries, his post said. There was flooding at Germonds and Bardonia roads and at Fisher Avenue and Prospect Street, which were closed at the time. Contributing: lohud's Seth Harrison and John Meore. This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: NY flooding: Westchester, Rockland clean up as waters recede
