Heavy rain turns half-marathon into total soak-a-thon | The Moment

On an unspecified date, flash flooding struck parts of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, causing significant disruptions including water rescues and stranded motorists. In Paramus, New Jersey, a half-marathon event was severely impacted with runners like Julia Cairns struggling through floodwaters that were waist-deep in some areas. The heavy rainfall led to up to seven inches of rain falling in certain parts of Connecticut within a short period, causing widespread flooding and forcing participants to complete their race partially submerged. This weather event highlighted the severe impact of sudden downpours on public events and infrastructure across multiple states.