"Wild NY Storm: Boat Sinking, Lightning Strikes Statue of Liberty, 1 Dead, 50K Without Power"

A powerful coastal storm brought strong winds and relentless rain to New York, causing extensive damage including a sinking boat in Sheepshead Bay, a tree falling on a car in Manhattan, and lightning striking the Statue of Liberty. The storm also caused utility poles to dangerously sway, leaving thousands without power in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. By Thursday morning, the storm had largely subsided, with the National Weather Service reporting a few remaining rain and snow bands.