Following a heavy snowfall event on January 19-20 over much of eastern New York, a strong low pressure system tracking through southern Canada ushered in an unseasonably warm and moist airmass on January 24th. Temperatures surged into the 40s to mid-50s. Steady rainfall occurred during much of the 24th as a secondary low pressure system developed over the Mid-Atlantic and tracked into southern New England. One to two inches of rainfall occurred over much of the region, although a few reports of three to four inches were recorded over portions of the southern Adirondacks and the eastern Catskills. New daily rainfall records were set at Albany, Glens Falls, and Poughkeepsie.
The combination of the rainfall along with the mild temperatures melting some of the snow resulted in urban and poor drainage flooding over portions of the region along with minor to moderate river flooding in the Hoosic basin. Some ice jam flooding also occurred. Numerous road closures also occurred due to flooding in Washington County, NY. In addition, seven vessels along the Hudson River near Troy were ripped from their moorings during the early morning of the 25th, likely by a surge of water and ice from upstream. Some of these vessels struck bridges, resulting in bridge closures during the morning rush hour, including the Patroon Island Bridge which carries I-90 over the Hudson.

Flood in ULSTER, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 16:36:00 to 24-JAN-19 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: CONNELLY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route 213 was closed between Creek Locks Road and Mountain Road due to flooding.

Flood in COLUMBIA, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 16:45:00 to 25-JAN-19 04:16:00 (EST-5)
Location: EAST HILLSDALE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route 23 was closed between Route 22 and Yonderview Road due to flooding.

Flood in SARATOGA, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 19:00:00 to 25-JAN-19 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SARATOGA SPGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route 29 westbound was closed at Brook Road due to flooding.

Flood in COLUMBIA, NEW YORK
From 25-JAN-19 00:00:00 to 25-JAN-19 04:19:00 (EST-5)
Location: GREENDALE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route 9G was closed between Route 23 and Power Avenue due to flooding.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 17:57:00 to 25-JAN-19 15:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: COILA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

King Road was closed at County Road 59 due to flooding.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 14:30:00 to 25-JAN-19 12:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: GREENWICH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Burch Hollow Road was closed between Burton Road and Easton Station Road due to flooding.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 10:17:00 to 25-JAN-19 00:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: FT EDWARD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

East Street was closed between Rogers Street and Baldwin Avenue due to flooding.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 16:08:00 to 25-JAN-19 15:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: WEST HEBRON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Cross Road was closed between Routes 30 and 31 due to flooding.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 16:09:00 to 24-JAN-19 20:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHUSHAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

County Route 61 was closed between Route 22 and Ackley Road due to flooding.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 18:06:00 to 25-JAN-19 12:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: EAGLEVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Hickory Hill Road was closed between State Route 313 and Perry Hill Road due to flooding.

Flood in RENSSELAER, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 15:00:00 to 24-JAN-19 18:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SCHAGHTICOKE ARPT
Flood cause: Ice Jam
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

An ice jam led to flooding around a residence. The residents were forced to evacuate. An individual attempted to break up the ice jam and became stranded. He had to be rescued by a local fire crew.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 18:21:00 to 25-JAN-19 05:42:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRANVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Rathbun Avenue was closed due to flooding along the Mettawee River.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 17:07:00 to 25-JAN-19 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: OAK HILL
Flood cause: Ice Jam
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

River Road was closed at the Buskirk Covered Bridge due to an ice jam on the Hoosic River.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 13:01:00 to 24-JAN-19 17:41:00 (EST-5)
Location: CAMBRIDGE
Flood cause: Ice Jam
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A residence on Ashgrove Road was evacuated due to flooding from an ice jam on White Creek.

Flood in COLUMBIA, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 13:21:00 to 24-JAN-19 14:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: NORTH GERMANTOWN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Route 9G was closed between Camp Creek Road and Maple Avenue due to flooding.

Flood in ALBANY, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 17:00:00 to 24-JAN-19 18:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: LATHAM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Basement flooding caused a wall to collapse in a residence. Damage amounts were estimated.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 19:52:00 to 25-JAN-19 12:59:00 (EST-5)
Location: EAST WHITEHALL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Gray Lane at Upper Turnpike Road was closed due to flooding along the Mettawee River.

Flood in RENSSELAER, NEW YORK
From 25-JAN-19 02:47:00 to 25-JAN-19 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: TROY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 350.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A surge of ice and water from the prior day's heavy rain and snowmelt moved down the Hudson River and tore a total of ten vessels lose from their moorings above the Federal Dam in Troy during the predawn hours of the 25th. The vessels included tugboats, barges, a cruise ship, and a floating restaurant. Some of the vessels struck bridges, some ran aground, and at least one sunk. The loose vessels prompted the closing of several bridges between Troy and Albany over the Hudson during the morning rush hour, including the Patroon Island Bridge that carries Interstate 90. Amtrak trains crossing the river were forced to reduce their speed as a precaution. The vessels were secured by 11 am. Monetary damage amounts were estimated.

Flood in MONTGOMERY, NEW YORK
From 24-JAN-19 14:11:00 to 24-JAN-19 18:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: FONDA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Flooding was reported in the area of Midway Alley, Broadway, and West Main Street in Fonda.

Flood in ALBANY, NEW YORK
From 25-JAN-19 02:47:00 to 25-JAN-19 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: GREEN IS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 350.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A surge of ice and water from the prior day's heavy rain and snowmelt moved down the Hudson River and tore a total of ten vessels lose from their moorings above the Federal Dam in Troy during the predawn hours of the 25th. The vessels included tugboats, barges, a cruise ship, and a floating restaurant. Some of the vessels struck bridges, some ran aground, and at least one sunk. The loose vessels prompted the closing of several bridges between Troy and Albany over the Hudson during the morning rush hour, including the Patroon Island Bridge that carries Interstate 90. Amtrak trains crossing the river were forced to reduce their speed as a precaution. The vessels were secured by 11 am. A surge of ice and water from the prior day's heavy rain and snowmelt moved down the Hudson River and tore a total of ten vessels lose from their moorings above the Federal Dam in Troy during the predawn hours of the 25th. The vessels included tugboats, barges, a cruise ship, and a floating restaurant. Some of the vessels struck bridges, some ran aground, and at least one sunk. The loose vessels prompted the closing of several bridges between Troy and Albany over the Hudson during the morning rush hour, including the Patroon Island Bridge that carries Interstate 90. Amtrak trains crossing the river were forced to reduce their speed as a precaution. The vessels were secured by 11 am. Monetary damage amounts were estimated.