Heavy rain poured over New York City Monday evening, with Central Park receiving 2.07 inches in one hour, marking it as the second-wettest hour recorded. A flash flood warning was issued for every borough, parts of Westchester, and northern New Jersey, highlighting dangerous conditions on roads and public transportation. Flooding on highways and city streets was documented through social media, with rainfall rates surpassing 2 inches per hour. Travel disruptions were extensive, affecting Metro-North trains and subway services, while major highways experienced closures or restrictions due to flooding.
New York City experienced torrential rain with over 2 inches falling in one hour, becoming the second-wettest hour in recorded history, according to meteorologist Greg Diamond.
The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for all five boroughs and parts of Westchester County and northern New Jersey until 9:45 p.m.
Officials warned of dangerous highway conditions, with numerous videos showing flooded roads across the metropolitan area, including near Hartsdale.
Travel disruptions occurred across the city as Metro-North trains and subway lines faced delays, and some major highways remained partially closed.
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