Gov. Hochul urges New Yorkers to prepare for potential flash flooding

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https://www.wcax.com/2024/07/10/gov-hochul-urges-new-yorkers-prepare-potential-flash-flooding/

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Gov. Hochul urges New Yorkers to prepare for potential flash flooding

By WCAX News Team
Published: Jul. 10, 2024 at 6:05 AM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - People in the North Country are bracing for the impact of Hurricane Beryl.

Governor Kathy Hochul is warning residents all across the state - but especially in the North Country - to prepare for potential flash flooding.

Hochul also warns New Yorkers about severe thunderstorms, hail, and potential power outages.

She has asked state agencies to prepare for public safety and recovery efforts ahead of the rain.

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Map ftom https://vtdigger.org/2024/07/09/flash-flood-risk-remains-in-vermont-with-heaviest-rains-expected-wednesday-night/



A map of expected precipitation levels across Vermont and parts of New York. Image via National Weather Service

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1. I live about 30 miles from Rochester. The municipalities are handing out sandbags to people who live near the lake shore

and near creeks, rivers, and ponds. Weather people said there is potential for severe thunderstorms and maybe even some tornadoes.