Binghamton, N.Y. – A fast-moving line of severe thunderstorms is threatening parts of south-central New York and northeast Pennsylvania through 11 p.m. Thursday, with 70 mph wind gusts and hail up to 2 inches in diameter possible.
According to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for regions along a stretch from Elmira, New York, to just north of Monticello. Scattered supercells are expected to move eastward this evening, potentially bringing isolated tornadoes, downed trees, and power outages.
Communities including Binghamton, Ithaca, Scranton, and Honesdale are all under the watch. Emergency managers urge residents to secure outdoor items, stay indoors during lightning activity, and prepare for sudden outages. Travel on Route 17 and I-81 could become hazardous due to sudden downpours and debris.
This storm threat follows a week of high humidity and instability across the region — conditions that have heightened the risk of severe convection. The most dangerous cells may develop quickly with little lead time.
Storm warnings may be issued as activity intensifies. The Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 11 p.m. Updates will follow as conditions evolve.
