Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 8:33PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 27, 2026 - 5:33pm
Expires:
August 27, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 833 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Worcester to near Unadilla. Movement was
southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Oneonta, Davenport, Worcester, Middlefield, Maryland, Cooperstown,
Westville, Unadilla, Otego, and Westford.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
central New York.
Area Description:
Chenango; Otsego; Delaware
Forcast Office:
NWS Binghamton NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov