Fast-moving Tropical Storm Fay churned up the East Coast soaking New York City, New Jersey and other parts of the Tri-State with 2-4 inches of rain.
NEW YORK — Fast-moving Tropical Storm Fay churned up the East Coast soaking New York City, New Jersey and other parts of the Tri-State with 2-4 inches of rain. Aremained in effect for New York City, Long Island, New Jersey and across the Tri-State. At 2:00 p.m., Tropical Storm Fay was located just off the coast near Cape May, New Jersey with winds of 60 mph and moving north at 12 mph. The heavy rain caused street flooding in many communities. One Eyewitness News viewer posted video of Wright Street under water in Newark, New Jersey. Another posted flooding on their street in Rosedale, Queens. Authorities urged drivers to avoid flooded areas and to not drive around barricades. Along the Jersey Shore, many streets were also flooded and the wind kicked up too.
