New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency as flash flooding wreaks havoc across New York City. Mayor Eric Adams has also asked New Yorkers to stay home or shelter in place. The New York area could record an unprecedented amount of rainfall. It has been the wettest day since the remnants of Hurricane Ida tore through the region in 2021. Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: Like The Independent on Facebook: Follow The Independent on Twitter: Follow The Independent on Instagram: Download the iOS & Android app: Help to support truly independent journalism. Every dollar you contribute will directly fund additional special reports and investigations from a free-thinking, award-winning newsroom you can trust - Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content & live events:
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