Flash floods swept over parts of New York City Friday morning, leaving cars stranded and subway service disrupted.
New York City declared a state of emergency as the city weathered up to seven inches of rain on Friday, in a final blow from Tropical Storm Ophelia.
‘I am declaring a State of Emergency across New York City, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley due to the extreme rainfall we’re seeing throughout the region,’ governor Kathy Hochul said. ‘Please take steps to stay safe and remember to never attempt to travel on flooded roads.’