Torrential rain and thunderstorms are expected to threaten much of the eastern and central United States with flash flooding throughout the rest of this week, forecasters warned, as parts of the country,

Millions across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic remain under flash flood warnings early Tuesday as slow-moving summer storms bring heavy showers to the East Coast, impacting transportation and leaving people stranded in vehicles on waterlogged roads.

Flooding can be deadly and often strikes with little or no warning. Streets, basements, and below-grade spaces can fill with water in minutes. If you live in a basement apartment or

Torrential downpours have caused extensive flooding in New Jersey on Monday night. A state of emergency has been declared.