NYCEM ISSUES ISSUES TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR POTENTIAL HEAVY RAINFALL

June 21, 2026

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NYCEM ISSUES ISSUES TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR POTENTIAL HEAVY RAINFALL STARTING MONDAY THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING

Monday can be a Gridlock Alert Day attributable to a night World Cup Game at New York New Jersey Stadium

NEW YORK — New York City Emergency Management (NYCEM) has issued a journey advisory for Monday, June 22. The National Weather Service (NWS) forecasts rain growing late Monday morning and turning into average to heavy, with thunderstorms doable Monday afternoon and once more late Monday night time into early Tuesday. Total rainfall is anticipated to succeed in 0.75 to 2 inches widespread, with localized quantities as much as 4 inches. Rainfall charges of 0.5 to 1 inch per hour are seemingly, with charges of 1.5 to 2 inches per hour doable throughout the strongest thunderstorms. Southeasterly winds of 10 to fifteen mph will convey gusts as much as 30 mph, with remoted gusts of 40 to 50 mph doable throughout thunderstorms. There is a danger of extreme climate from Monday morning by means of Tuesday morning. Light rain could linger by means of mid Tuesday morning. Monday can be a Gridlock Alert Day, with the World Cup match between Senegal and Norway scheduled for 8 p.m. at New York New Jersey Stadium.

“As New Yorkers head home from work and fans make their way to NYNJ Stadium, we’re expecting a period of heavy rain and thunderstorms across the city. I’m urging everyone to plan ahead and give themselves extra time to travel safely,” stated Mayor Zohran Mamdani. “If you can, take public transit, leave early, and bring a raincoat or umbrella. Most importantly, no destination is worth risking your safety. If conditions become severe, stay indoors and wait until it’s safe to travel.”

“Monday’s forecast will bring rain and the potential for thunderstorms with gusty winds, impacting commuting times and outdoor activities. We are coordinating with the FIFA Host Committee and New Jersey for any impacts to the fan fests in Brooklyn and Queens, as well as travel to and conditions during the game,” stated NYCEM Commissioner Christina Farrell. “We encourage everyone to add extra time to their commute, avoid flooded roadways and basements, clear catch basins whenever possible and stay informed with the latest weather updates by signing up for Notify NYC.”

 

On Monday, rain is anticipated to start after 10 a.m. and change into average to heavy by means of the day. The probability for thunderstorms will increase Monday afternoon between 1 and 6 p.m., with a short lull doable Monday night earlier than extra thunderstorms change into almost certainly from late Monday night time by means of early Tuesday morning. Lingering drizzle and scattered gentle rain could proceed by means of mid Tuesday morning. Localized flash flooding is probably going in poor-drainage areas throughout thunderstorm exercise, with a low total flood risk. Ponding on roadways could develop during times of intense rain and in places the place storm drains are clogged. Potentially damaging wind gusts throughout thunderstorms may down tree branches and blow away unsecured out of doors objects. A average rip present danger can be anticipated at space seashores on Monday.

 

During anticipated heavy rain, NYCEM prompts the City’s Flash Flood Emergency Plan, coordinating intently with NWS, metropolis and state businesses, utility suppliers, and personal sector companions. The Flash Flood Plan consists of pre-storm actions resembling focused inspection and clearing of catch basins in flood-prone areas by the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Transportation to assist scale back avenue flooding earlier than heavy rain begins.

 

The Downed Tree Task Force has been placed on alert to answer any fallen bushes or branches, in addition to the Tow Truck Task Force to help with any stranded autos. NYCEM is main interagency calls to make sure companions are briefed on potential impacts and ready to extend response operations as wanted. NYCEM’s 24/7 Watch Command constantly screens climate situations and tracks growing programs in actual time.

 

In order to arrange for Monday’s climate, NYCEM and companions have taken the next actions:

• The Emergency Operations Center at NYCEM might be activated for the FIFA match in NYNJ Stadium, and to observe climate impacts with representatives from accomplice businesses.
• Additional workers might be added to NYCEM’s Watch Command Unit.
• Weather forecast and preparedness messaging have been going out to the general public during the last a number of days. The public warning messages are reminding New Yorkers to plan forward, clear catch basins, and keep away from flooded streets.
• Our companions on the Department of Sanitation, Department of Transportation and the Department of Environmental Protection are clearing catch basins.
• Agencies are ready to supply extra personnel as wanted.

 

New Yorkers ought to permit further journey time during times of heavy rain, particularly Monday night. Monday can be a Gridlock Alert Day as soccer followers journey to New Jersey for the match scheduled at 8 p.m. Avoid driving by means of flooded streets. Even shallow water can stall autos. Secure free out of doors gadgets resembling patio furnishings or trash bins earlier than winds improve. If thunder is heard, transfer indoors and steer clear of open areas. Clear particles from close by storm drains whether it is protected to take action to assist scale back avenue flooding.

 

Stay knowledgeable by checking the forecast and signing up for emergency alerts at nyc.gov/notifynyc. Have a plan and “Be Ready” for thunderstorms and rainfall by visiting nyc.gov/beready.

 

NYCEM recommends the next preparedness actions for New Yorkers in flood-prone areas and low-lying areas: 

 

PREPARING FOR RAIN 

• Do not enter flooded basements and depart your basement earlier than it begins to flood.
• Before and through an emergency, the City will ship emergency alerts by means of varied channels, together with Notify NYC, obtainable in 13 completely different languages, with a particular sub-group devoted to Basement Apartment Dwellers.
• Subscribe to Notify NYC at NYC.gov/NotifyNYC, obtain the app in your telephone’s app retailer, or dial 311.
• Keep a battery-powered radio prepared for well timed updates, notably if energy outages are anticipated.
• If it is protected to take action, test and clear any close by storm drains to assist handle water runoff and reduce the probabilities of localized flooding. Pay consideration to localized warnings, particularly these pertaining to tear currents and excessive waves.
• If you’re driving and are available to a flooded avenue, flip round.
• Do not stroll or drive into standing water. You by no means understand how deep it’s or what’s underneath it.

 

To put together for potential energy disruptions, maintain your cell telephones charged, refill on provides. If energy outages are predicted, take into account adjusting your fridge and freezer to colder settings to increase the shelf lifetime of perishable gadgets. Ensure that flashlights and battery-operated radios or TVs are practical, protecting further batteries readily available. If you depend on Life-Sustaining Equipment (LSE) and lose energy, dial 911 for fast help, and keep in mind by no means to make use of mills indoors. Check on susceptible people in your group, resembling older adults and folks with disabilities or well being situations and help them of their preparations. 

For the newest updates, join emergency alerts by visiting the Notify NYC web page, texting ‘NotifyNYC’ to 692-692 or name 311.

 

 

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