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Hurricane Henri path tracker LIVE – Storm surge warning as emergency declared with harsh weather near New York

A STATE of emergency has been declared for parts of New York after Storm Henri was upgraded to a HURRICANE.

As Hurricane Henri barrels towards the state, there are fears it will bring a dangerous storm surge and severe flooding – with water rescue teams deployed.

Gov Andrew Cuomo has now declared a state of emergency for Long Island, New York City, Westchester, Hudson Valley and the Capital District region -with the hurricane also destined to hit Massachusetts, and New England.

Hurricane warnings were previously posted from New York’s Long Island to Rhode Island, and New York City was under a tropical storm watch.

Speaking at a briefing today, Gov Cuomo warned New Yorkers to take the hurricane “very seriously”.

“The hurricane is supposed to hit, specifically on Long Island,” he said.

“Expect significant power outages and prepare for it. My advice is you stock up today.”

Landfall is expected Sunday.

Read our Hurricane Henri live blog for the latest news and updates…