Break in wet weather could salvage Memorial Day in the Northeast and Midwest
The Northeast and Midwest may experience improved weather conditions leading into Memorial Day after a wet weekend. Flood watches are in effect across several states due to heavy rain, with some areas expecting significant downpours. While thunderstorms could disrupt events like the Indianapolis 500, warmer and drier conditions are anticipated for the holiday itself.
- ▪Flood watches have been issued from southeastern Louisiana to West Virginia due to heavy rain.
- ▪The Indianapolis 500 faced interruptions from thunderstorms on Sunday.
- ▪New York City officials are preparing for potential flooding after recent flash flooding.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onSoggy Memorial Day weather may not be a total washout in the Northeast and MidwestThe wet weather briefly interrupted the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday.ByDan Peck, Kyle Reiman, and Bill HutchinsonMay 24, 2026, 4:57 PM0:52New York City officials implemented new measures to prepare for potential flooding and storm impacts after flash flooding in the city, May 23, 2026.
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