Flooding and landslides: new York and new Jersey this week, expect a severe weather

This week northeast of the United States will be under the influence of a powerful cyclone, which will bring in thunderstorms and heavy rain that can cause flooding in some areas.

Last weekend, the weather is not too pleased. In the North Virginia and Maryland on Saturday dropped up to 7 inches of rain. Water flooded roads, and people had to be rescued from stuck vehicles. In Baltimore in one day, July 21, fell to 4.8 inches of rain – the city broke its «rain record» since 1887.

Four people being rescued after they tried to cross a road covered in water in Clifton. pic.twitter.com/gw5VvjR64J

— Victoria Sanchez (@VictoriaSanchez) July 22, 2018

And in new York and new Jersey because of bad weather thousands of people were left without electricity.

«Dry weather until almost the end of July should not wait, says AccuWeather meteorologist Kyle Elliott. – Flow of moisture from tropical regions of the Atlantic ocean will drive on the East coast, which will lead to lingering showers».

According to forecasters, in some areas can be flooding. In addition, in the mountains, possible landslides and falling trees, so tourists are urged to be very careful and possibly reconsider their plans about Hiking in the mountains.

Motorists should prepare for the harsh conditions on the roads, and travelers – for delays of flights.

Only at the end of the week the rains will go to New England – Maine, Massachusetts, new Hampshire, new York, new Jersey, Virginia and Maryland prevail dry and warm weather.

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