Gowanus Is Flooding– Again!
GOWANUS – Heavy rain flooded areas of Gowanus this early morning.
We ordered the rain and the river to help clean the streets for #summerstrolls tomorrow night. #parkslope #theother5th
Posted by Park Slope Fifth Avenue on Friday, August 18, 2017
Unfortunately, this is not the first time for Gowanus, as the Gowanus Canal is prone to high tides. It is also known as one of the country’s most polluted water.
Hurry over, I have a high tide in about 9 minutes, I'll be 27 inches higher than my average level.
— Gowanus Canal (@therealgowanus) August 18, 2017
According to residents, rainwater is crawling down drains and filling pipes.
Updated advisory for the Gowanus Canal: watch for combined sewer overflows till 9:38 AM tomorrow ?
— nyc combined sewers (@combinedsewer) August 18, 2017
But this did not stop commuters from taking the subway– talk about tough Brooklynites!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BX75_pWgkUn/
Remember to stay safe out there!