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Floods can happen in a flash

Flash floods can strike any time with little or no warning. City streets can become rivers in seconds. Most flash flooding is caused by slow-moving thunderstorms, thunderstorms repeatedly moving over the same area, or heavy rains from hurricanes and tropical storms. Blocked catch basins, storm drains, water main breaks, and sewer lines can also lead to flooding.

Learn more about how to protect yourself before, during, and after a flood




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Approximately 500 Americans die annually from carbon monoxide poisoning, and around 5,000 are treated for exposure at area hospitals

In March 1997, a low pressure system moved across the New York City area, resulting in high wind gusts over 60 mph

Between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m., if the outside temperature falls below 55 degrees, residential apartment buildings must have a temperature of at least 68 degrees

Manhattan is crisscrossed by earthquake faults. In 1737 and 1884, the city was jolted by relatively mild quakes in the 5.0 range*

*Statistic from TLC.com, Discovery Corporations

  
 
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