US Northeast Hit by Heavy Rains and Flooding: New Jersey Declares State of Emergency

US Northeast Grapples with Severe Flooding

Heavy rainfall and intense storms struck the US Northeast on Monday, causing widespread disruption and prompting emergency declarations.

Flash Flood Emergency in New York City

New York City faced flash flood warnings across all five boroughs, as the National Weather Service (NWS) reported significant rainfall.

New Jersey Declares State of Emergency

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency due to the high rainfall and resulting flash flooding. Residents were urged to stay indoors and avoid travel.

Transportation Disrupted

Airports including LaGuardia and Newark Liberty experienced delays and disruptions. Subway stations in Queens faced flooding, and train lines were severely impacted. The Staten Island Railway suspended service.

Continued Flood Risk

The NWS warned of ongoing flood risks, with the storm system expected to move south, potentially impacting regions from North Carolina to New Jersey on Tuesday.