Notification issued 09-12-2026 at 06:00 PM.
Heavy rainfall is expected in New York City Saturday night into Sunday, 9/13. Heavy rain has the potential to cause rapid flooding with little to no notice and can be life threatening, especially in poor drainage areas and low-lying spots. Basements and ground-level apartments are at a greater risk of flooding. New Yorkers are reminded to be prepared to move to higher ground or a higher floor during periods of heavy rain, and to stay out of flooded basements.
Safe overnight locations will open to the public at 10:00 PM tonight due to severe weather. Visit https://on.nyc.gov/SafeLocations or call 311 to find your nearest safe overnight location.
If you are in a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
