Saturday, August 25, 2007

Here we go again!

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH is in effect for all of Central and Eastern New York until 9 tonight! The probabilities of damaging winds and hail are very high and it looks like everything is coming together in the atmosphere for a big severe weather outbreak. As of 2PM, there are only a couple of cells around. These cells will continue to form through the afternoon. They will then probably form into squall lines. Damaging winds are the largest threat, but hail and torrential rains are likely as well. There could also be a tornado or two around the region. More updates as things develop! Stay tuned!

Friday, August 24, 2007

Yet another Severe Thunderstorm Warning

We are currently under our THIRD severe thunderstorm warning of the day. A large cell has fired over Schuyler County and is moving towards the area. Hail and wind are threats with this storm, and it has taken trees down in Watkins Glen. However, I think the main threat may be flash flooding. The areas that were hardest hit earlier will once again get hit. As for a direct hit, it looks like West Groton stands a better chance than Groton, but, due to both Binghamton's and Buffalo's radars down right now, it is somewhat hard to tell. This storm will likely move into the Groton area between 10:30 and 11.

Flash Flooding, Severe thunderstorms: 5:15 Update

A very busy evening has unfolded. Tompkins County is currently under its second Severe Thunderstorm Warning. The first storm did some major damage in Freeville. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU HAVE DAMAGE!

Also, we have a FLASH FLOOD WARNING in effect until 9PM. This is because storm after storm keeps moving over the area. If you come across a flooded roadway, DO NOT DRIVE THROUGH IT. CALL 911 AND REPORT IT.

I will continue to update as needed.