Tornado Warning Issued for Nassau and Queens Counties in New York

Tornado Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Nassau and Queens Counties in New York.

Tornado Warning

The alert was issued at 6:44 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 7:15 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as extreme. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.

Storm Details

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Rockaway Beach, moving northeast at 25 mph

Hazards

Tornado

Potential Impact

Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This dangerous storm will be near. Cedarhurst around 650 PM EDT

Areas Affected

The warning covers Nassau and Queens Counties in New York.

Safety Information

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. Motorists should not take shelter under highway overpasses. If you cannot safely drive away from the tornado, as a last resort, either park your vehicle and stay put, or abandon your vehicle and lie down in a low lying area and protect yourself from flying…