NYC hit with flash flood warnings as downpours batter Big Apple and force flight delays

By New York Post (U.S.) | Created at 2026-07-18 17:25:49 | Updated at 2026-08-03 06:28:53 2 weeks ago

Flash flood warnings were issued in the Big Apple Saturday afternoon as heavy downpour forced ground stops and delays at the city’s airports.

The rain rolled through around noon, triggering flash flood alerts throughout the five boroughs.

A man attempting to take cover during the downpour in Midtown, Manhattan on July 18, 2026. Robert Miller for NY Post

The heavy rain rolled through around noon Saturday across New York City. Robert Miller for NY Post

NYC bicyclists seen battling heavy rain during their commute on Saturday. Robert Miller for NY Post

Cars driving through flood waters on a New York City street on Saturday. Pix11

“Severe thunderstorms are hitting across New York City, and much of the city is under a flood advisory. Don’t risk your safety in these dangerous conditions,” said Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

LaGuardia Airport issued a ground stop, and delays of almost two hours were reported at John F. Kennedy Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport, according to Pix11.

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