New York City: State of emergency declared over flash flooding - BBC News

A state of emergency has been declared in New York City as strong storms bring flash flooding. Many of the city's subway systems, streets and highways have flooded, while at least one terminal at LaGuardia Airport closed on Friday. Up to five inches (12.7cm) of rain fell in some areas overnight, and up to seven more inches (17.8cm) are due, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has said. "This is a dangerous, life-threatening storm," she added. Please subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog #NewYork #Flood #BBCNews