Travel Advisory issued in NYC Monday into Tuesday due to severe weather, rain
NEW YORK (WABC) — The New York City Office of Emergency Management has issued a travel advisory for Monday afternoon into Tuesday due to severe weather.
Keep your umbrella handy through the day and into Tuesday evening as heavy downpours push through the region.
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The MTA announced it is taking precautions for heavy rain and the risk of flooding by sending crews to clear drains, prepare equipment and be strategically positioned to quickly respond to flooding or other weather challenges.
For the subway, New York City Transit will strategically pre-position weather-response teams, including track and signals specialists, at key locations.
Crews will prepare and fuel two trains capable of high-capacity pumping, two trains designed for debris clean-up, and additional emergency trucks and emergency response equipment including track pumps and chainsaws.
To reduce the likelihood of flooding and respond to any instances of flooding that