NEW YORK (1010 WINS) -- Drenching rain was soaking the drought-stricken New York City area throughout the day Tuesday, threatening flash flooding in some spots.
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A flood watch was issued for most of the Tri-State on Tuesday morning, but the advisory had expired by 2 p.m.
Rain was forecast to linger into the evening before tapering off, according to AccuWeather.
“Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone locations,” the National Weather Service warned. “Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.”
The MTA said it had strategically pre-positioned weather response teams, including track and signal specialists, at key locations across the subway system to respond to flooding and other weather-related events.
The city’s Office of Emergency Management issued a travel advisory for Tuesday.
A damp drizzle may continue Tuesday night and early Wednesday. The high will only be 74, with lows dropping into the 60s overnight.
Wednesday is mostly cloudy with a couple of showers. The high will be 72.
The sun will return on Thursday and Friday, when highs will be in the low 80s. The pleasant weather is set to continue into the weekend.
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