Binghamton, N.Y. – Severe thunderstorms are set to rattle Central New York and parts of Northeast Pennsylvania Tuesday afternoon, bringing the threat of damaging winds, large hail, and even isolated tornadoes, especially west of I-81.
According to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, the risk for numerous severe storms will climb after a quiet start to the week, with the highest danger zone stretching from Binghamton and Ithaca northward to Syracuse and Utica. Storms are expected to intensify from late Tuesday afternoon into the evening as a cold front pushes through the region.
Residents in Broome, Tompkins, and Onondaga counties should prepare for brief heavy downpours that could impact evening commutes and trigger localized flooding. Secondary roads and highways, including sections of I-81 and Route 17, may see reduced visibility and hazardous driving conditions. Emergency managers urge everyone to secure loose outdoor items and keep devices charged in case of outages.
This event marks one of the most significant severe weather risks for Central New York this spring, similar to active storm patterns seen in recent Aprils. Thunderstorm warnings may be updated through Tuesday night as conditions evolve. Stay tuned to the National Weather Service for new advisories and take precautions if severe weather approaches your area.
