Flood Advisory
Kings and Queens counties, NY · ended Thu 2:30 PM EST
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Kings (Brooklyn) County in southeastern New York... Queens County in southeastern New York...
* WHEN...Until 230 PM EST.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1225 PM EST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to showers and embedded thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 0.8 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Rockaway Beach, Kennedy Airport, Canarsie, Howard Beach and Ozone Park. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do during a Flood Advisory
- 1Slow down on wet roadsPonding water can make cars slide.
- 2Avoid low spotsUnderpasses and dips fill with water first.
- 3Never drive through waterYou can’t tell how deep it is or if the road is gone.
Flood Watch vs. Warning
Flood Advisory questions
Is a Flood Advisory dangerous?
It is less serious than a warning, but water on roads can still be deadly. Never drive through it.
How long does it last?
Usually a few hours.