When the Sky Decided to Become a Fire Hydrant: NYC's Rainy September
September 2023: A Month That Left New Yorkers Asking, “Is This a Joke?”
Okay, let’s talk about the weather. But not just any weather. Let's talk about the kind of weather that made Noah build an ark (probably not, but you get the point). We’re talking about September 2023 in New York City. A month that made ducks feel right at home and fish question their life choices.
It Rained So Hard, Even the Fish Were Using Umbrellas
If you thought your city was a concrete jungle, September 2023 turned it into a watery wonderland. We went from “summer lovin’ had me a blast” to “Noah’s Ark, assemble” in about 30 seconds. It rained so much, we started considering water aerobics as a mandatory workout.
Central Park, the iconic green lung of the city, temporarily transformed into an inland sea. You could’ve probably caught a marlin if you were brave enough to go fishing in it. And don’t even get us started on the subways. They became impromptu swimming pools. We’re pretty sure some commuters were even seen doing the backstroke.
How Much Rain Did We Actually Get?
You might be wondering, “Okay, smart aleck, how much rain did it actually rain?” Well, let’s just say it was enough to fill a small lake in your backyard. Central Park recorded a whopping 5.48 inches of rain, which is like, a lot. Like, really a lot. It was the sixth-highest rainfall in the park's 141-year history. So yeah, we broke some records. Whoop-dee-doo.
The Aftermath: A City in Recovery
The aftermath was a sight to behold. Cars were floating, streets were rivers, and people were looking at each other like, “Did we all collectively hallucinate a monsoon?” Cleanup efforts were Herculean, and it took days for the city to recover. But hey, at least we got to see some real-life water adventures.
In conclusion, September 2023 was a month that New Yorkers will never forget. It was a baptism by rain, a deluge of epic proportions, and a reminder that Mother Nature has a wicked sense of humor. But hey, at least we have some great flood stories to tell our grandkids.
How To...
- How to survive a NYC deluge? Invest in a good pair of waterproof boots and a sense of humor.
- How to build a makeshift raft? Use anything that floats. We're not kidding.
- How to find a dry spot in NYC during a flood? Good luck with that.
- How to appreciate sunshine after a flood? With open arms and a grateful heart.
- How to prepare for the next deluge? Start saving up for a submarine. Just kidding (kind of).