00:00An unusually powerful July storm is unleashing dangerous flooding across the U.S. Northeast.
00:05Boston, Providence, and Hartford are facing heavy rain and an increasing flash flood threat.
00:11The hardest-hit areas include New York's Hudson Valley and parts of western Massachusetts.
00:18Forecasters say 4 to 8 inches of rain is expected, with isolated areas receiving up to 12 inches.
00:25AccuWeather warns that some locations could even see as much as 14 inches of rainfall.
00:30Flooded streets, overflowing streams, and poor visibility are disrupting travel across the region.
00:36Drivers on Interstates 95 and 87 are being urged to prepare for hazardous conditions.
00:42Strong thunderstorms may also bring gusty winds.
00:45And a small risk of isolated tornadoes or water spouts.
00:49While New York City avoided the worst flooding, heavier rain is shifting north into New England.
00:55The storm is expected to weaken later Thursday.
00:57But flood risks may continue even after the rain ends.
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