Westchester Flooding: Sawmill River Parkway Closed, Drivers Stranded

Flooding Impacts Westchester Commute

• ⚠️ Major flooding in Westchester County, particularly along the Sawmill River Parkway, caused significant disruptions.
• 🚗 Drivers were stranded for hours as the parkway experienced various closures in both directions due to heavy rainfall.
• 🌊 The Sawmill River overflowed its banks, spilling into traffic lanes and leading to the closure of the parkway.

Morning Commute Challenges

• ⏰ Around 7:00 a.m., water from the Sawmill River flowed across the roadway south of the Lawrence Street exit in Dobbs Ferry.
• 🚗 Abandoned cars from the previous evening's commute were visible on the flooded parkway.
• 🗺️ Many drivers relied on GPS for alternate routes, with some finding their fastest routes were unexpectedly blocked.

Community Response and Conditions

• 🗣️ Drivers expressed frustration, with one noting the need for the city to be better equipped to handle such events.
• 🌧️ The heavy rain caused rapid flooding, making the situation challenging for residents.
• 🚨 Some areas in Westchester County issued a state of emergency to allow crews to work around the clock on repairs and safety.
• ⚠️ Flood advisories were expected to remain in effect throughout the afternoon in Dobbs Ferry.