The Daily Weather Update from FOX Weather: Intense flood threat targets Northeast
Start your day with the latest weather news – The remnants of Tropical Storm Ophelia are bring heavy rain to the New York City area, where forecasters are warning of a serious risk of flash flooding Friday.
Flash flooding likely across parts of the I-95 corridor Friday including New York City
Heavy rains from the remnants of Tropical Storm Ophelia has triggered Flash Flood Warnings in New York City as some rainfall totals could reach 5-8 inches by Friday night.
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Nation’s largest city in bull’s-eye of intense flood threat
The leftovers of Tropical Storm Ophelia are bringing more heavy rain and coastal flooding to the East Coast on Friday, but the highest risk for flash flooding is centered in the Northeast. A Flood Watch has been issued for parts of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, where forecasters are warning of the possibility of 4-6 inches of rain in some places. New York City is in the heart of the highest flood-risk area.
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Hurricane HQ: Rina joins Philippe in active Atlantic
Tropical Storm Rina formed Thursday, and it’s hot on the heels of Tropical Storm Philippe. Because of their proximity, the forecast for both storms has become extremely complicated. It’s possible that the storms undergo a tropical tango of sorts known as the Fujiwhara Effect.
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Florida teen dies after being struck by lightning while hunting, officials say
Officials say a 16-year-old Florida girl who was struck by lightning while hunting with her father this week has died. Storms have been numerous in the state this week because of a front that has stalled to the north.
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