The Impressive TimesNew York/New Jersey, July 15, 2025 – Torrential downpours across the Northeast United States late Monday night led to widespread flooding in New York and New Jersey, bringing daily life to a standstill, suspending subway services, and prompting the declaration of a state of emergency in New Jersey.
Heavy rainfall inundated several highways, roads, and subway lines, causing massive disruptions in travel and daily commute. Social media was flooded with dramatic visuals showing buses trapped in water in towns like Scotch Plains, NJ, and floodwater gushing into subway stations in Manhattan.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), parts of Staten Island received 4 to 6 inches of rain overnight. Flash flood warnings were in place across southeast New York, northeast New Jersey, and areas of Pennsylvania. Travel alerts urged residents to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary.
New Jersey Governor Philip D. Murphy declared a state of emergency, warning residents to remain cautious. “I have declared a State of Emergency out of an abundance of caution due to flash flooding and severe thunderstorms across the state,” he stated. “I urge New Jerseyans to follow safety protocols and avoid travel.”
Public transportation bore the brunt of the extreme weather. Several New Jersey Transit routes were either cancelled or delayed, with buses and trains facing major disruptions. In New York, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) suspended multiple subway lines, citing safety concerns due to flooding in underground stations.
Emergency responders were deployed to assist stranded commuters and vehicles. In Westchester County, rescue teams waded through flooded streets to reach trapped drivers. Officials advised citizens not to attempt driving through water-logged roads.
The flood situation remains fluid as thunderstorms continue across the region. Officials are monitoring the rainfall with live radar and are working to restore services and assess damage.
As climate change intensifies, such incidents of extreme weather are becoming increasingly frequent, prompting renewed calls for upgraded infrastructure and preparedness in metropolitan areas.
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