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A flood watch is currently in effect for Westchester and Putnam ahead of storms that are expected to 1 to 2 inches of rain per hour once they arrive on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 6, according to both the Westchester and Putnam Bureau of Emergency Services.
As a result of the heavy rains, flash flooding may occur along small rivers, streams, and in urban poor drainage areas, officials said, adding that widespread flooding is also a possibility.
Those who live or travel in areas prone to flooding should take the following precautions:
- Move cars to higher ground or bring items inside so they don't get swept away;
- Those in basement apartments may want to go to a higher floor;
- Clear catch basins and culverts of debris that could stop drainage;
- Monitor public transportation services such as Metro-North or Bee Line buses for service disruptions;
- Avoid traveling. Those driving should not try driving over flooded roads;
- Check on those especially vulnerable and unable to make preparations for flooding.
The downpours could continue through midday on Wednesday, Aug. 7.
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