A flood watch remains in effect through Sunday for the Bronx as isolated thunderstorms could dump 2 to 4 inches of rain in stronger storms, with the primary hazard being heavy rain and the potential for damaging winds.

Brooklyn neighborhoods of Bushwick and Bedford-Stuyvesant report lingering flooding with water on streets and around homes from the heavy rain.

New York City Emergency Management opened more than 50 weather shelters for residents at risk of heavy rain and flash flooding, including those in basement apartments or below-grade units.

A warm front bringing tropical, moisture-rich air is fueling showers that are expected to persist into the morning before improving by the afternoon.

Conditions should improve west to east during the afternoon as the rain exits, with a trailing cold front bringing brief, lighter showers in the evening.

Officials urge proactive preparation now, stressing the importance of taking precautions before water begins to rise.

A few thunderstorms may occur, but no severe storms are expected.

Marine forecasts indicate a high risk of rip currents at Atlantic beaches through Thursday, with water conditions rough at first but gradually improving.

Authorities remind residents to stay alert for the possibility of additional rainfall even as conditions ease.

Forecasters attribute the threat to a trough of cold air interacting with warm, moist air, creating instability and raising the risk of heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorms.

Some residents expressed surprise at the storm’s severity and noted being unprepared for the rainfall.

City opened over 50 safe overnight locations at public schools for residents in flood-prone areas to seek shelter.