A powerful series of storms has unleashed catastrophic flash flooding across the Northeast United States. From New York City breaking a 117-year rain record to a State of Emergency declared in New Jersey, the region is facing extreme weather chaos. Over 6 inches of rain fell in just hours, stranding vehicles, flooding streets, and prompting urgent water rescues. A Flash Flood Emergency was declared in southern Virginia, where apartment evacuations were underway. With more rain on the way and millions still under warning, officials urge residents to stay alert and avoid travel. This is the 48th Flash Flood Emergency issued in 2025 alone — and the danger isn’t over yet. WooGlobe Ref : WGA694262 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com
00:00Chaos is unfolding across the Northeast as powerful storms and flash floods slam major cities from Virginia to New York.
00:07In just hours, parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania were hit with over six inches of rain, turning streets into rivers and stranding countless vehicles.
00:15New York City saw its second wettest hour on record and shattered a 117-year-old rain record in a single day.
00:22Entire neighborhoods are underwater with emergency crews racing against time to rescue people trapped in rising floodwaters.
00:30A flash flood emergency was declared for Colonial Heights in Petersburg, Virginia as water poured into homes and apartment buildings overnight.
00:38Eighteen million people were under flood warnings at one point, including in Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Hartford.
00:44New Jersey's governor declared a state of emergency, urging everyone to stay off the roads as airports, subways, and trains faced major disruptions.
00:53This is the 48th flash flood emergency issued this year alone.
00:56With more rain forecasted and the skies staying gloomy officials, warn the danger isn't over yet.
01:02Stay safe, stay alert, and if you live in flood-prone areas, move to higher ground now.