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NYC leaders are warning residents of widespread flooding conditions as heavy rainfall continues to batter the area, causing significant disruptions to transportation and daily life..
The New York City Emergency Management Department issued a travel advisory for all of Friday and Saturday morning, urging caution and preparedness.S)..
Major roads, including the FDR Drive and Central Park transverses, have been closed due to flooding, making commutes extremely challenging..
To prepare for the ongoing emergency, the city has activated a flash flood plan, with crews checking catch basins and roads in flood-prone areas..
The heavy rain and flooding are expected to persist into Saturday morning, with a flood watch in effect for the entire tri-state area..
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