N.Y. Gov. Hochul urges residents to prepare for thunderstorms packing ‘heavy downpours’

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul directed state agencies to make preparations ahead of a soaking cold front which may be capable of producing flash flooding Thursday into Friday.

As detailed by Hochul’s office, the storm could produce rainfall exceeding 3 inches in parts of New York.

“As the forecast shifts from extreme heat to heavy rains, I am urging all New Yorkers to stay vigilant and use caution through the end of this week,” Hochul said. “State agencies are on standby for heavy downpours and localized flooding and will be monitoring the situation in real time to ensure the safety of all New Yorkers in the path of the storm.”…

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