Staten Island experienced significant flash flooding on Monday, with major streets like Hylan Boulevard becoming nearly impassable. The Staten Island Railway ceased operations between Huguenot and Tottenville due to flooding, directing commuters to use S78 buses instead. Richmond Avenue and Richmond Hill Road also faced serious flooding, complicating travel. Numerous basements on the South Shore were reported flooded, while a power outage affected Con Edison customers in Westerleigh after a transformer failure. Although rain briefly subsided, a second round of thunderstorms hit the area, prompting warnings for residents to seek shelter.
Staten Island faced severe flash flooding on Monday, affecting numerous streets, with Hylan Boulevard nearly impassable, causing drivers to navigate through rushing water.
The Staten Island Railway was suspended between Huguenot and Tottenville stations due to flooding, and commuters were advised to take S78 buses as an alternative.
Emergency reports indicated trouble for cars on Richmond Avenue and Richmond Hill Road, with extensive flooding problems hampering travel in these areas.
Basements of several homes on the South Shore were reported flooded, while Con Edison customers in Westerleigh experienced a power outage due to a transformer issue.
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