Map Shows States Under Flood Watch as New Warnings Issued
Summary
Flood watches have been issued across parts of the Northeast U.S., including areas from Philadelphia to New York City and southern Connecticut. Forecasters warn that heavy rain and thunderstorms could cause flash flooding in urban areas from Thursday afternoon through Thursday night.Key Facts
- Flood watches cover parts of Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, and Connecticut.
- The watches are in effect from Thursday afternoon into late Thursday night.
- Some areas could receive 1 to 3 inches of rain in just a few hours.
- Heavy rain may overwhelm storm drains, causing flash flooding on roads and in low-lying urban locations.
- The flood watch areas include major cities like Philadelphia, New York City, and surrounding suburbs.
- Peak rainfall rates might reach up to 2.5 inches per hour in certain storms.
- The Interstate 95 corridor, a heavily populated area, is expected to be especially impacted.
- Authorities advise residents in flood-prone areas to be ready to act if flooding occurs.
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