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Last updated: Friday, August 21, 2026 2:43AM GMT
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NEW YORK (WABC) -- Showers and thunderstorms brought heavy rain, flash flood and tornado warnings to New York City, Long Island and other parts of the Tri-State area on Thursday evening.

A Flood Watch remains in effect for much of the Tri-State area, including New York City, and a Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for parts of New Jersey until 10:00 p.m.

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VIDEO: Cars drive through flooded streets in East Meadow, Long Island

Drivers navigated flooded streets in East Meadow on Long Island on Thursday evening after heavy downpours rolled through.

Drivers navigated flooded streets in East Meadow on Long Island on Thursday evening after heavy downpours rolled through.
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Lee Goldberg's live AccuWeather update

Meteorologist Lee Goldberg is tracking strong storms that have led to torrential rain across parts of the Tri-State area.

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Aug 20, 2026, 11:56 PM GMT

Flash Flood Warning issued for parts of NYC, Long Island

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Aug 20, 2026, 11:44 PM GMT

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