Severe storms bring tornado warnings, flooding, and power outages to New York
• A powerful line of thunderstorms swept across Western and Central New York on Wednesday evening, prompting multiple tornado warnings, severe thunderstorm warnings, and flash flood alerts.
• The National Weather Service issued tornado watches and warnings for counties including Monroe, Genesee, Orleans, Livingston, Wyoming, and Allegany as rotating storms moved through the region.
Impact & Risks
The storms caused widespread impacts, including downed trees, blocked roads, and localized damage. Flash flooding was reported in Orleans County, where several inches of rain led to road closures. Severe thunderstorm warnings indicated wind gusts up to 70 mph and large hail, posing risks to property and safety. Power outages affected thousands of residents, particularly in Monroe, Orleans, and Genesee counties. The risk of flooding and residual storm damage remains a concern for affected areas. (Source: Democrat and Chronicle, 2026-09-03)
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