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Watch: Torrential rain hits New York and New Jersey triggering flash floods

Water cascaded into subway stations and flooded streets, with people seen wading through water.

New York City and New Jersey experienced severe torrential rain and thunderstorms on Saturday, leading to flash flooding and widespread disruption. The intense downpour inundated subway stations and submerged urban thoroughfares in parts of New York and the broader Tri-State area, which encompasses Connecticut. As a result, some motorists were forced to abandon their vehicles in the rising waters. Footage shared across social media platforms illustrated individuals

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