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Poll: Highway Flooding Snarls Traffic in Southern Westchester

WESTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Heavy rainfall in southern Westchester has historically caused flooding problems in low-lying areas of the Hudson Valley where sections of major highways are located, causing major traffic problems.

Sections of the Saw Mill River Parkway often experience flooding during heavy rain events.

Sections of the Saw Mill River Parkway often experience flooding during heavy rain events.

 Photo Credit: Danny LoPriore
by Danny LoPriore

The Saw Mill River, Sprain Brook, Bronx River, Hutchinson River and Taconic parkways are among the roadways that experience closures during flash flooding. This past weekend's closures forced motorists onto local Westchester roads with major traffic jams reported through Saturday evening.

According to the National Weather Service, some heavy rain is expected Monday through evening rush hour.

Vote in our poll and post comments here on the worst areas for flooding and traffic jams.

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