Severe Thunderstorms Threaten the NYC Area Thursday With Damaging Winds, Heavy Rain and Hail Through the Tri-State Region
Late-day storms could bring intense rainfall, isolated flooding and strong wind gusts before drier air arrives for the weekend.
Late-day storms could bring intense rainfall, isolated flooding and strong wind gusts before drier air arrives for the weekend.
The state is in its fifth-earliest heat wave on record, with heat expected to linger another day before temperatures ease.
Storms could strengthen quickly if enough sunshine breaks through, with the greatest concern from Vermont into western Massachusetts and western Connecticut.
Utility crews were working after storms moved through the state, while forecasters said Sunday would turn milder and mainly dry.
Thunderstorm warnings ended Thursday afternoon, but forecasters say heat and the chance for more storms will linger into Friday.
State and local officers are warning motorists and riders to slow down, stay alert and wear proper gear as summer riding increases.
Applications are expected to open in early fall for growers who can document at least $500 in severe-weather losses.