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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Io Dodds and Rachel Dobkin

Flights grounded and subway stations under water as floods hit NYC

  • Flash flooding hit New York City and New Jersey on Monday night, leading to a state of emergency declaration in New Jersey.
  • All five boroughs of New York City were under a flood warning, with footage showing subway stations inundated and cars stranded.
  • Six East Coast airports, including major hubs like JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark, grounded flights, causing significant delays and travel disruption.
  • Officials in both New York City and New Jersey urged residents to take precautions, advising against unnecessary travel and for those in low-lying areas to move to higher ground.
  • The National Weather Service predicted continued rainfall, with warnings also issued for extreme heat and further floods on Tuesday.

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