Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 13 at 7:24PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 13, 2026 - 4:24pm
Expires:
May 13, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 723 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Smithville Flats to Sanitaria Springs to
near Hallstead to near Springville. Movement was east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Binghamton, Norwich, Kirkwood, Conklin, Sidney, Jackson, Guilford,
Clifford, Sanford, and Susquehanna.
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.
Area Description:
Chenango; Otsego; Broome; Delaware; Susquehanna; Northern Wayne
Forcast Office:
NWS Binghamton NY
Sender: