They Were Driving Through a Tunnel. Then the Water Rushed In.
Briefly

While driving through the Queens-Midtown Tunnel, Ogilvie-Laing witnessed a significant water leak, recalling alarming visuals from viral videos about tunnel flooding disasters. His co-worker Flood noted the abnormality of the situation, prompting concern about the safety and resilience of New York City's aging infrastructure.
The incident underscored the fragility of New York City's transportation network, revealing how quickly an unforeseen issue can emerge—and how essential the city's maintenance workers are to respond with agility and skill. Although they were able to quickly establish what went awry, it reflects broader issues surrounding the infrastructure integrity.
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