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Tornado Outbreak Expected Today in the Central U.S. Followed by Multi-Day Heavy Rainfall Event

A tornado outbreak is expected today and tonight from parts of the lower Mississippi Valley into the Mid-South and lower Ohio Valley. Numerous tornadoes, along with multiple long-track EF3+ tornadoes, appear likely. A multi-day, potentially historic heavy rainfall event may produce catastrophic and life-threatening flooding today through Saturday from the Ozarks into the Ohio River Valley. Read More >

Overview

On August 9, 2024, Post-Tropical Cyclone Debby brought widespread moderate to heavy rainfall and gusty winds to eastern New York and western New England. Total rainfall accumulations ranged from 1 to 3 inches in most areas with locally up to 4 inches resulting in several instances of flash flooding, especially across eastern New York. Wind gusts ranging between 35 and 50 mph led to several reports of downed trees and power lines resulting in some power outages. Additionally, an EF0 tornado was confirmed by a National Weather Service Storm Survey in Ulster County. New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency due to the flooding, thunderstorms and tornado that occurred across the state.

 

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