Two men lost their lives after being trapped in flooded basements during a devastating storm that hit the city on Thursday. The victims, identified as 39-year-old and 43-year-old, were found unconscious and unresponsive inside flooded basements at two separate locations - one in Brooklyn and another in Manhattan.
According to eyewitness accounts and emergency reports, the storm brought torrential rain that left streets and homes underwater, prompting multiple emergency rescues. In a frantic response, emergency crews were dispatched to both scenes, including the FDNY Rescue Company 2 who bravely entered the flooded basement of 564 Kingston Ave to rescue one of the trapped men.
Despite their efforts, one of the rescued men was pronounced dead at Kings County Hospital shortly after being taken in critical condition. The identity of the deceased man remains unknown due to concerns about notifying his family.
Meanwhile, the FDNY reported a separate incident involving a 43-year-old man who was found unconscious inside a flooded boiler room at 701 West 175th St. in Manhattan. He was pronounced dead on the scene with no updates available regarding his identity at this time.
Both incidents have sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the dangers posed by flash floods and the importance of taking immediate action to mitigate risks in low-lying areas.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams acknowledged the severity of the situation during a live interview, stating that heavy rain that fell in a short period overwhelmed the sewer system. He expressed concerns about the impact of leaves clogging street drains exacerbating the flooding. The mayor urged residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions when faced with such extreme weather events.
As investigations into both incidents continue, city officials have repeatedly warned that basement homes can become deadly within minutes during flash floods. With several more days still in the stormy season, residents are advised to stay informed about any severe weather warnings or updates from local authorities to ensure their safety and well-being.
According to eyewitness accounts and emergency reports, the storm brought torrential rain that left streets and homes underwater, prompting multiple emergency rescues. In a frantic response, emergency crews were dispatched to both scenes, including the FDNY Rescue Company 2 who bravely entered the flooded basement of 564 Kingston Ave to rescue one of the trapped men.
Despite their efforts, one of the rescued men was pronounced dead at Kings County Hospital shortly after being taken in critical condition. The identity of the deceased man remains unknown due to concerns about notifying his family.
Meanwhile, the FDNY reported a separate incident involving a 43-year-old man who was found unconscious inside a flooded boiler room at 701 West 175th St. in Manhattan. He was pronounced dead on the scene with no updates available regarding his identity at this time.
Both incidents have sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the dangers posed by flash floods and the importance of taking immediate action to mitigate risks in low-lying areas.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams acknowledged the severity of the situation during a live interview, stating that heavy rain that fell in a short period overwhelmed the sewer system. He expressed concerns about the impact of leaves clogging street drains exacerbating the flooding. The mayor urged residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions when faced with such extreme weather events.
As investigations into both incidents continue, city officials have repeatedly warned that basement homes can become deadly within minutes during flash floods. With several more days still in the stormy season, residents are advised to stay informed about any severe weather warnings or updates from local authorities to ensure their safety and well-being.
just can't even think about those 2 men who lost their lives trapped in flooded basements 
it's so senseless 
especially during a storm that was already bringing heavy rain 
we need to talk about the importance of flood safety & taking precautions when weather gets bad 
like, making sure your basement is safe & dry, having an emergency plan in place, & staying informed through local news & alerts 
we gotta be proactive about our own safety & well-being during severe weather events 
can't believe ppl have to be worried about that kinda thing just to keep their families safe. and mayor Adams is right about leaves clogging drains, it's like we're all gonna have to take responsibility for our own homes, especially if we live in low-lying areas 
. Two lives lost already? It's like we're living in a real-life video game where survival is optional. I mean, who expects to be trapped in their own home because of flooding? The FDNY does an amazing job, but it's just not enough. We need better infrastructure and more warning systems. Leaves clogging drains are a huge issue - have you seen the streets lately? It's like people think they're above the law 
. And poor guy from Brooklyn... what's with no ID on him yet? Can't we even find out who he is without putting his family through this? Stay safe, NYC! We need to look out for each other during these disasters 
this is just devastating 
it's like, we all know about flood risks in NYC but still... it's one thing to see it on the news and another thing to see it happen right in front of you. 
i'm glad the FDNY was there to try and save them though, they're real heroes 
the mayor's warning is spot on too, we need to be more proactive about clearing out leaves from our drains and taking other steps to prevent flooding. 
it's just a shame that it has to come down to losing lives over something so preventable 
. Like, what's the point of even having insurance if it's not gonna pay out after you get swept away by water? 
On the other hand, can we just take a moment to appreciate how crazy heroic the firefighters were who risked their lives to save those guys? 
I mean, I'm all for taking precautions and being prepared, but come on, sometimes nature's just gonna throw some wild stuff our way... so what are we supposed to do, exactly? 
sending love and positive vibes to everyone affected by the floods 
. It's crazy to think that the rain came down so hard, it just overwhelmed everything... leaves, drains, streets - everything! 
And now we're dealing with two families who lost loved ones due to circumstances beyond their control 
. It's all about being prepared for those extreme weather events and knowing your limits. I'm just worried about how many more people are going to get caught off guard like this... can we do better?