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Heavy rainfall from severe thunderstorms drove the Bronx River beyond its normal boundaries during the weather event, with floodwaters engulfing significant sections of the Bronx River Parkway. The overflow was particularly acute at Palmer Avenue, where the boundary between the waterway and roadway disappeared beneath the surge.
Multiple vehicles became trapped in the rising waters as the parkway transformed into a temporary waterway. Authorities responded to the flooding, which created hazardous conditions for motorists attempting to navigate the affected area.
The flooding underscores the region’s vulnerability to severe weather events capable of overwhelming local waterways and disrupting transportation infrastructure during periods of intense precipitation.
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