Eastern Seaboard Braces for Flash Floods Amid Torrential Downpours

As heavy rains lashed the Eastern Seaboard, the governors of New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency to mitigate the threat of flash floods disrupting rail and air travel.

With severe thunderstorm warnings in place, stormy weather has led to significant disruptions in commercial air travel, impacting major airports across the Northeast.

Authorities continue to monitor rainfall patterns, as some areas anticipate up to 5 inches, posing a significant risk to transportation and local safety.

(With inputs from agencies.)