Flash flood threat grows as NYC opens shelters, airports halt flights

New York City Emergency Management is urging residents to prepare for heavy rain and possible flash flooding early Sunday as the National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for New York City from 4 a.m. to noon Sunday, Sept. 13.

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New York City Emergency Management is urging residents to prepare for heavy rain and possible flash flooding early Sunday as the National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for New York City from 4 a.m. to noon Sunday, Sept. 13.

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