Westchester County, NY – Heavy rain across the Hudson Valley has led to multiple road closures Thursday evening, with police warning motorists to stay off flooded parkways.
According to the Westchester County Police Department, the Bronx River Parkway is closed in both directions between Main Street in White Plains and the Sprain Brook Parkway split in Yonkers due to flooding. Crews are monitoring conditions as water levels continue to rise.
Officials also report significant flooding on the Hutchinson River Parkway near Mill Road in Eastchester, where partial closures are expected. Motorists are being urged to avoid these routes and use alternate highways when possible.
The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for the region, with heavy rainfall expected to persist through the evening hours. Drivers across Westchester County are reminded to never attempt to drive through standing water and to remain alert for rapidly changing conditions.
This evening’s storm is expected to cause localized flash flooding across low-lying areas, especially near parkways and underpasses.
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