{"id":5870,"date":"2026-06-22T09:29:02","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T09:29:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/armenianews.me\/En\/world-cup-weather-nightmare-as-storms-threaten-to-bring-new-york-to-a-standstill\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T09:29:02","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T09:29:02","slug":"world-cup-weather-nightmare-as-storms-threaten-to-bring-new-york-to-a-standstill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/armenianews.me\/En\/world-cup-weather-nightmare-as-storms-threaten-to-bring-new-york-to-a-standstill\/","title":{"rendered":"World Cup weather nightmare as storms threaten to bring New York to a standstill"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Stay up to date with notifications from The\u00a0IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.<\/p>\n<p>ITV forced to abandon New York skyline studio for World Cup coverage as winds batter presentersFlash floods and severe thunderstorms are forecast for New Jersey and New York City on Monday, with heavy rain expected to intensify into the afternoon and potentially overnight. Rainfall rates of 1-2 inches per hour could exceed New York City&#8217;s sewer system&#8217;s capacity, which is designed to handle 1.75 inches per hour, leading to potential flooding. A World Cup match between Senegal and Norway at NYNJ Stadium on Monday evening is expected to coincide with the severe weather and evening rush hour, potentially causing heavy traffic and travel delays. New York City officials, including Mayor Zohran Mamdani, have advised residents to take precautions, seek shelter indoors, and avoid unnecessary travel due to potential safety risks. Agencies have been preparing since Thursday by clearing catch basins, inspecting flood-prone areas, and readying task forces to assist with stranded vehicles and fallen trees. 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