Tornado Warning Issued in Hamilton, New York

Tornado Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Hamilton County in New York.

Tornado Warning

The alert was issued at 4:19 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 4:45 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 8 miles east of Ohio, or 21 miles north of Little Falls, moving east at 25 mph

Hazards

Tornado and golf ball size hail

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 tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern Hamilton County, including the following locations. Clockmill Corners, Mountain Home, Morehouseville, Powley Place, and Hoffmeister

Areas Affected

The warning covers Hamilton County 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. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.