New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said severe weather, including flooding in the Hudson Valley and poor air quality due to Canadian wildfire smoke, is the "new normal" due to the effects of climate change.
"Our first responders are being asked to manage more weather events than ever before," she wrote."On behalf of all New Yorkers, thank you to everyone who is working to keep us safe." New York Gov. Kathy Hochul blames climate change for the heavy downpours and flooding in the Northeast. Volunteers help clear Main Street of debris after floodwaters subsided Monday, July 10, 2023, in Highland Falls, New York.
The Moodna Creek flows through Cornwall, New York, on Monday, July 10, 2023. Heavy rain washed out roads and forced evacuations in the Northeast as more downpours were forecast throughout the day.