New York Floods: In many parts of the world these days due to excessive rains, the problem of flood is arising. A similar situation has arisen in New York City of America at this time. According to the National Meteorological Department, there is news of torrential rains with the storm in the region. Along with this, there has been flood in many areas.
Quoting the official website of New York City, it has been learned that due to more than normal rainfall here, there is a danger of sudden severe flooding in the city. It was said on this website, ‘Flood monitoring will be in force in the entire city from 2 pm to 5 pm.’ According to the information found on the site, the risk of flood is high especially in areas near creeks, streams and rivers and in low-lying areas.
people were asked to move to higher ground
According to the official website, it rained with some thunder on last Sunday. On the other hand, on Monday (July 10), the risk of worsening weather with strong storms is high in southeastern New York. According to the city officials, the flood can quickly enter the basement area, which can threaten the lives of the people. That’s why the authorities have urged people to move to higher places.
This dire threat of flooding in New York City has also started wreaking havoc in some areas of the Lower Hudson Valley including many areas. Here the flood waters are taking away the rapidly rising roads, people trapped in cars and damaging many things. At the same time, many people are working to make emergency and rescue efforts.
New York Governor took stock
New York Governor Cathy Hochul tweeted, “I have declared a state of emergency for Orange County, where deadly flooding is occurring in the last few hours.” He said that they are in constant touch with the local authorities and state agencies are also engaged in rescue operations. He said that due to heavy floods in the last few hours, people have been urged to take precautions and stay safe.
A spokeswoman for the West Point Military Police told CNN that the United States Military Academy West Point in Orange County was flooded. Many people got trapped in their vehicles and had to swim out to safety. He told that the policemen are working to take people to a safe place as soon as possible.
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