Rhode Island State Police said the highway was closed at Eddy Street. Flooding closes I-95 in Providence, RI Ryan Welch Many cars are stuck and people abandoned their vehicles in the flood waters at the Thurbers Ave curve. Route 10 in Providence was also closed in both directions. Crews are working to clear drains and move stalled vehicles. “Rhode Islanders are urged to avoid all unnecessary travel,” Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee tweeted. A flood warning is in effect in the area until 19:30 This ongoing Flash Flood event in Providence has closed I-95 in both directions. Many cars are stuck and people abandon their vehicles in the flood waters. REMINDER do not drive on flooded roads. Over 50% of all flood deaths are people stuck in their cars. pic.twitter.com/HERLv38qjO — Jacob Wycoff (@4cast4you) September 5, 2022 CBSBoston.com Staff The CBS Boston team is a group of experienced journalists who bring you the content on CBSBoston.com.
