At least one person died after a heavy rainstorm bore down on upstate New York on Sunday night, triggering apocalyptic flooding that stranded drivers, caused a number of bridge collapses, and left many roadways impassable. The New York Times reports that the storm’s epicenter struck West Point, where the U.S. Military Academy is located, with roughly 8 inches of rain over the course of just a few hours. Details of the death were not immediately available—though Gov. Kathy Hochul said the toll may rise overnight after several people were reported missing. “The amount of water is extraordinary,” she said.
⚠️🙏 LIFE-THREATENING FLOODING continues in Hudson Valley. Residual flooding / problems from structural damage linger after rain stops. I'll have updates 4:30AM @News12HV@News12WC
