China News Service, September 2 reported that the record-breaking rainfall in New York City caused floods and caused dangerous road conditions.
Agence France-Presse reported on the 2nd that sources said that at least 7 people in New York City have died as a result.
According to reports, New York City Mayor Bai Sihao announced on the 1st that the city had entered a state of emergency due to a "historical weather event" and urged people not to go out.
De Blasio said on social media, "I declare a state of emergency in New York City tonight. We are experiencing a historic weather disaster. The city has recorded record rainfall, flooding, and dangerous road conditions."
Singapore’s Lianhe Zaobao reported that pictures on social media showed flooding over subway platforms and trains.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority said that due to the "flood", subway services were "extremely limited."
According to Agence France-Presse, sources said that at least seven people have died in New York City after the rains and floods.
In addition, neighboring New Jersey Governor Murphy also declared that New Jersey has entered a state of emergency.
The mayor of Paseik, the state, said that at least one person died in the flood.