New York:Â A state of emergency was declared in New York as heavy rains from the remnants of Hurricane Ida lashed the region late Wednesday, spawning at least one tornado and causing flooding, officials said.
“I am declaring a state of emergency to help New Yorkers affected by tonight’s storm,” tweeted New York Governor Kathy Hochul.
This emergency was declared hours after the weather department had issued a ‘flash flood emergency for New York City. It was the first time that such a warning was issued for the city.
Nearly all New York City subway lines were suspended as water stormed inside the tunnels. According to local media reports, Central Park saw more than 3 inches of rain in one hour. Flight operations were also disrupted in the city.
At least five flash-flood emergencies were issued on Wednesday evening by the National Weather Service, stretching from just west of Philadelphia through northern New Jersey.
