Storms prompted flash flood warnings across the New York City metropolitan area Monday night, with photos showing severe flooding across the city and in parts of New York state and New Jersey.

A flood watch has also been issued in Washington, D.C., while the Midwest also has the potential for flooding.

US: Heavy Rain Causes Flash Floods In New York City, New Jersey; 2 Dead | Firstpost America | N18G Torrential rains in New York City and New Jersey brought flash flooding that killed two people and led New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy to declare a state of emergency.