Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 2 at 10:03AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 2, 2026 - 7:03am
Expires:
September 2, 2026 - 7:45am
Description:
At 1003 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms over Townsendville, or 9 miles east of Dundee, moving
east at 50 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...
Ithaca, Cortland, Newfield, Hector, Cayuga Heights, Lansing, Enfield,
Danby, Homer, and Caroline.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
This storm 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.
Area Description:
Seneca; Southern Cayuga; Schuyler; Tompkins; Cortland; Tioga
Forcast Office:
NWS Binghamton NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov