Albany, N.Y. – Severe thunderstorms may rattle eastern New York and western New England late Saturday into early Sunday, with damaging winds, hail, and even a low tornado threat ahead of an intense heat wave building into next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Albany, a “Slight Risk” (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather covers areas west of the Hudson River, including Glens Falls, Saratoga Springs, and Amsterdam. The risk drops to “Marginal” eastward toward Pittsfield, Manchester, and Poughkeepsie. Storms could bring 40–60 mph winds, 1-inch hail, and isolated tornadoes between 9 p.m. Saturday and 6 a.m. Sunday.
Cities like Schroon Lake, Bennington, and Albany should prepare for scattered power outages and downed limbs. The severe weather threat will quickly give way to oppressive heat on Sunday, with temperatures climbing into the low 90s by Monday and Tuesday. Heat indices could push into the upper 90s, especially in urban areas and river valleys.
Officials urge residents to secure outdoor items, stay off roads during storms, and plan for extreme heat impacts early next week. Vulnerable groups—including children and the elderly—should be monitored for heat stress symptoms.
Storm threats end by Sunday morning, but excessive heat warnings may follow. Stay tuned for additional updates from the National Weather Service.
