Flood watches and warnings remain in effect for New York City, the Hudson Valley and most of New Jersey as heavy rains continue to soak the tri-state, flooding roads and causing transit problems when mudslides began forming near railroad tracks.
More than 2 inches of rain had fallen in some areas by early Wednesday night, and forecasters said another 1 to 2 inches was possible before the storm system finally leaves the region on Thursday afternoon.
Metro-North trains on the Hudson line were delayed because of a mudslide in the Yonkers area. Yonkers Assistant Fire Chief David Dronzeck said a 50-foot section of a 30-foot-high retaining wall broke away from a sloped parking lot behind a building on Warburton Avenue, and it took down trees as it slid down a steep embankment. The debris landed on Metro-North tracks about a half-mile north of the Glenwood station on the Hudson line.
The MTA said workers would be on the scene all night to clear the mud, which was continuing to pour down onto the tracks. The tracks are expected to be cleared in time for the morning rush, but commuters should check mta.info to stay updated.
Forecasters say streams and rivers remain at risk of flooding throughout the state, and many low-lying roadways were flooded.
