Ponding lingers after rain, causing problems for neighbors
In Flatbush, large pools of water are sitting at some street corners — making it hard for people to walk, cross the street or drive through safely.
The rain that moved through early Friday has mostly stopped, but some neighborhoods are still dealing with the mess it left behind.
In Flatbush, large pools of water are sitting at some street corners — making it hard for people to walk, cross the street or drive through safely.
One trouble spot is at Ditmas Avenue and Argyle Road. Water there has completely taken over the corner, spilling into the crosswalk, over the curb and onto the sidewalk. There’s little room for people to get around it without stepping into the street.
As News 12 crews drove through nearby neighborhoods — including Kensington and Midwood — they saw similar ponding at several intersections. Drivers were inching through the water to avoid deeper spots, while pedestrians carefully picked their way around puddles.
Neighbors say this is not unusual.
“The problem happens in several places, and one of them is right by the school,” said Sam Rood, who lives in the area. “My son had to wade through one of these this morning getting to school, and all the kids really had to do that.”
He and his partner, Rebekah Rood, say clogged drains, uneven streets and damaged sidewalks all play a role in the ongoing issue.
The standing water is especially challenging for families with children and people pushing strollers. And with temperatures expected to drop later, neighbors worry the water could freeze overnight, making conditions even more dangerous.
In addition to the ponding, city officials are also urging residents to prepare for possible power outages. Strong winds are expected to continue, and there are already reports of outages across parts of Brooklyn.
Residents are advised to charge their devices, limit travel if possible and have a plan in place in case they lose electricity.
Drivers and pedestrians are encouraged to slow down, watch their footing and avoid driving through flooded areas as conditions continue to change.
