More Than 7 Inches of Rain in Brooklyn, Central Park; Multiple Reports of Road Closures, Downed Trees, Wires in Several Regions
Heavy Rain and Flooding Expected to Continue in Long Island, NYC, Hudson Valley Through This Evening
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today directed the State's deployed emergency response assets to areas hard-hit by Tropical Depression Henri, which brought heavy rain and flooding to parts of Long Island, New York City, and the Hudson Valley. As of early this morning, rainfall totals from Henri exceeded 7 inches in Brooklyn and Central Park, more than 6 inches in Queens, and 3 to 4 inches in Westchester, Suffolk and Nassau counties. There were several reports of roads closed and cars stranded due to flooding, as well as downed trees and wires in multiple locations. Power outages remained low, with roughly 2,000 remaining. Heavy rain and flooding conditions are expected to continue in affected areas through this evening as the storm slowly spins northeast out of the region.
"Although New York did not receive a direct hit from Henri, its lingering effects are still being felt from Long Island to Albany and we can expect more rain and flooding threats in communities hardest hit by the storm," Governor Cuomo said. "I have directed State agencies to focus their efforts on assisting local governments severely impacted by Henri over the weekend. We will continue to work with utilities throughout this weather event to ensure all New Yorkers have power. Don't be complacent—the heavy rain and flooding isn't over yet. Watch the weather, check on your neighbors, and stay safe."
Henri is expected to produce an additional one to three inches of rainfall today over portions of Long Island, New York City, and the Hudson Valley, with rainfall rates of up to one to two inches per hour. Heavy rainfall from Henri will continue to result in urban and small stream flooding impacts, along with potential river flooding. Some storms will produce thunderstorms and torrential downpours.
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