Two Tornadoes Confirmed in Saratoga County, New York
• Two tornadoes were confirmed to have touched down in Saratoga County, New York, on Thursday, August 27, 2026, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Albany. The first tornado, rated EF-1 with peak winds of 110 mph (43.9 m/s), occurred near Wilton between 6:05 PM and 6:10 PM. It caused significant damage, including snapped trees near the Northway and surrounding neighborhoods. The second tornado, rated EF-0 with peak winds of 85 mph (37.9 m/s), touched down shortly after near Ruggles Road in Gansevoort, uprooting trees in the area. These events add to Saratoga County's history of rare but impactful tornadoes, bringing the total number of tornadoes in the county to 15 since
• The NWS emphasized the importance of taking tornado warnings seriously, as these storms can develop quickly. Source time: Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:02:13 GMT.
Impact & Risks
The two tornadoes caused property damage and environmental impacts in Saratoga County. The EF-1 tornado near Wilton resulted in snapped trees and damage to neighborhoods near the Northway. The EF-0 tornado near Gansevoort uprooted trees along Ruggles Road. While no injuries or fatalities were reported in this event, the NWS highlighted the potential for rapid tornado development in the region, emphasizing the need for preparedness. Historically, Saratoga County has experienced 15 tornadoes since 1950, with eight rated EF-1 and one rated EF-3, which caused significant damage and injuries in 1998.
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