A dramatic rescue unfolded in New York as emergency crews worked through the night to save a group of people trapped in a flooded subway tunnel. Witnesses described chaotic conditions, with water levels rising rapidly after heavy rainfall overwhelmed drainage systems. Authorities confirmed multiple vehicles were submerged, and first responders used specialized equipment to reach those stranded. The incident has raised concerns about the city’s infrastructure and emergency preparedness in the face of extreme weather.


Eyewitness News at Noon - September 30, 2026  WABC-TV New York