Queens flash floods: Scary videos show trapped vehicles in NYC; MTA issues alert for subways

As NY Gov Kathy Hochul said, declared a state of emergency amid severe flash flooding on Thursday, videos from Queens showed several vehicles submerged in water

Published on: Aug 1, 2025, 02:48:48 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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As New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency amid severe flash flooding on Thursday, videos from Queens showed several vehicles submerged in water. Locals shared shocking footage of the flooding on parts of the Clearview Expressway, near Northern Boulevard, on social media. The highway has been closed in both directions, according to the New York Police Department.

Videos from Queens, NYC showed intense flooding on Thursday (Unsplash)

Some photos, captured from a traffic cam, showed at least two cars and a truck submerged in water.

Meanwhile, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued an alert for commuters. “A flood watch is in effect for New York City today. Please give yourself extra time and use caution when traveling. Plan your trip and view service changes in the MTA or TrainTime apps,” the message posted on MTA's website read.

State of Emergency

“I’ve issued a state of emergency. The Travel Advisory and Flood Watch are in effect until 8 AM. Stay where you are if you can. Don’t drive. Roadways are flooding, and crews are responding. If you live in a basement apartment, and haven’t yet moved to higher ground, move now,” NYC Mayor Eric Adams posted on X, platform formerly known as Twitter.

According to NWS, one to three inches of rain is expected, with up to five inches possible in some areas. A rate of one to two inches of rain per hour is also possible in some spots.

“I am urging all New Yorkers to stay vigilant, stay informed, and use caution as we expect excessive rainfall with the potential for flash flooding. State agencies are on standby for heavy downpours and localized flooding and will be monitoring the situation in real-time to ensure the safety of all New Yorkers in the path of the storm,” Gov Kathy Hochul said in a press release.

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Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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