The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for several upstate New York counties until 8 p.m. on Sunday. In addition, the state is expected to experience severe thunderstorms and extreme heat.
On Sunday, Governor Kathy Hochul issued a warning to the people of New York to be cautious and stay alert. She urged them to keep an eye on their local weather forecast and check up on vulnerable individuals in their community.
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Tornado watch issued for New York: Counties included in the watch
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- Albany
- Clinton
- Essex
- Franklin
- Fulton
- Hamilton
- Herkimer
- Montgomery
- Rensselaer
- Saratoga
- Schenectady
- St. Lawrence
- Warren
- Washington
The National Weather Service is urging residents in these areas to remain vigilant and keep a close eye on local weather updates.
Tornadoes in New York: A history of twisters
New York has witnessed more than 500 tornadoes since 1950. Most of these were weak EF0 and EF1 twisters. Nevertheless, the state has also faced several significant tornado events. The most destructive of them was the tornado outbreak of May 31, 1985. This outbreak led to the formation of multiple powerful tornadoes, including an EF4 in Chenango County.
Although tornadoes are not as frequent in New York as they are in areas like the Midwest, they are still a significant and sometimes damaging part of the state’s weather record.
NY tornado database: See the state’s worst twisters in history
Since 1950, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has been keeping a record of tornadoes in New York. The organization has been closely monitoring the path and effects of these natural disasters, providing valuable data for researchers and experts to study.
Explore the tornado data from as early as January 1950 with this interactive map. It provides a comprehensive overview of each tornado’s impact, including damage estimates and information on any injuries or fatalities caused by recent tornadoes.
