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Monday night storm threatens World Cup match with flash flood, wind risk

Strong to severe storms are forecast for the tri-state area on Monday afternoon and evening. The weather brings risks of flash flooding and wind gusts of 50 mph to New York City and New Jersey. This coincides with a World Cup match between Norway and Senegal at MetLife Stadium.

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New reports indicate a travel advisory in NYC and specific wind speed forecasts from the National Weather Service.

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  1. Severe Storms Threaten Norway-Senegal World Cup Match in New Jersey

    Strong to severe storms are forecast for the tri-state area on Monday afternoon and evening. The weather brings risks of flash flooding and wind gusts of 50 mph to New York City and New Jersey. This coincides with a World Cup match between Norway and Senegal at MetLife Stadium.

    What's confirmed:

    • The World Cup match between Norway and Senegal is scheduled for 8 pm EDT at MetLife Stadium.
    • The National Weather Service issued flood watches for New York City and New Jersey.
    • Storms in the tri-state area are expected to bring flash flooding and wind gusts of 50 mph.
    • New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated that "no destination is worth risking your safety".

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Monday storms could bring an isolated tornado to the NYC area.
    • Severe weather and flooding could disrupt the evening commute across the region.
    • A travel advisory has been issued in NYC ahead of the severe weather.
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