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NEW YORK (PIX11) -- On Thursday, Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for New York City as heavy rainfall is expected to continue until Friday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

Parts of New Jersey and Long Island are also expected to be severely impacted.

"Flooding could be locally severe..., and an elevated threat to life [could] cause significant disruptions to transportation," read a flash flood threat posted to the NWS. "Flood underground infrastructure and basements, and some first floors of residences and businesses. Water rescues would be likely. Minor to moderate flooding is possible along a few larger stem rivers."

New York City, New Jersey, and parts of Long Island are expected to receiv

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