Record-breaking rainfall causes widespread flooding and damage in New York's Capital Region
Record-breaking rainfall causes widespread flooding and damage in New York's Capital Region
US · Published Jul 31, 2026
The Capital Region of New York experienced historic rainfall over a three-day period, driven by a strong upper-level low-pressure system.
Rainfall totals reached 11.8 inches in Schodack and 11.48 inches in Kinderhook, with widespread amounts between 5 to 9 inches across the Hudson Valley.

Impact & Risks

The heavy rainfall led to severe flooding, road washouts, and structural collapses, affecting homes, businesses, and infrastructure. Residents in Albany, Columbia, Greene, and Rensselaer counties faced significant disruptions, with many still without power and dealing with flood damage. Emergency services were stretched thin, responding to hundreds of calls for assistance. Health risks from contaminated water and mold are also a concern. The flooding displaced residents, prompting the opening of emergency shelters by the American Red Cross.

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