Heavy rains prompt flash floods and water rescues
Heavy weekend rains in the Northeast caused widespread flash flooding and prompted numerous water rescues across states including New Jersey, Connecticut, and New York. In New Jersey, at least 15 water rescues were reported in Paterson alone, with submerged cars and flooded streets becoming common sights. The storms also led to a major freeway accident in Westport, Connecticut, and stranded motorists in New York.
Millions of people in the Northeast remain under severe storm alerts, with the potential for further flooding and disruptions to daily life as emergency responders continue rescue operations.
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