Flash flooding interrupts half-marathon, submerges cars
Severe flash flooding across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut has caused significant disruption, including the interruption of a half-marathon. Heavy rainfall led to stranded motorists and required emergency water rescues in multiple areas.
Why it matters
The event highlights the increasing frequency and impact of extreme weather events on public infrastructure and community safety in the Northeastern United States.
Flash flooding interrupts half-marathon, submerges cars Close Parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were hit by flash flooding leading to water rescues, stranded motorists and half-marathon runners struggling through waist-deep flood waters. Connecticut officials said parts of the state saw up to seven inches of rain in a very short period of time, according to the BBC's partner, CBS News.
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