Heavy Rain Floods Streets Near Madison Square Garden as Thunderstorms Lash NYC

Intense evening rainfall caused water to accumulate on streets near Madison Square Garden in Manhattan on August 20, as thunderstorms swept across New York City. Footage filmed by Carlie shows rain pouring onto the streets, with water covering parts of the roadway as cars move through the wet and misty conditions. Pedestrians could also be seen navigating the downpour with umbrellas. The heavy storms brought around 1 to 3 inches of rain across parts of New York City, prompting flash flood warnings and emergency alerts during the evening commute. The downpours caused localized flooding and travel disruptions across the city as drainage systems struggled to cope with the intense rainfall. Video Credit: Carlie