A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 6:17 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 7 p.m. for Oswego County.
Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph.
“At 6:16 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm 7 miles northeast of Pulaski, or 10 miles east of Sandy Island Beach State Park, moving northeast at 40 mph,” according to the weather service. “Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.”
Locations impacted by the alert include Lowville, Pulaski, Redfield, Whetstone Gulf State Park, Richland, Denmark, Watson, Martinsburg, Orwell, Sandy Creek, Lacona, Altmar, Castorland, Smartville, Bellwood, Howardville, Salmon River Reservoir, Rector and North Osceola. This includes Interstate 81 between exits 37 and 38.
The weather service comments, “If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 9 p.m. for central New York.”
When lightning looms: Expert safety tips for thunderstorms
Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times each year, with the bulk of these electrical discharges occurring during the summer months. Tragically, lightning claims the lives of about 20 individuals annually, as reported by the weather service. The risk of lightning-related incidents escalates as thunderstorms draw near, reaching its peak when the storm directly looms overhead. However, it gradually recedes as the tempest moves away.
To ensure your safety during a thunderstorm, consider the following recommendations:
Lightning safety plan:
- When venturing outdoors, it’s crucial to have a lightning safety plan in place.
- Stay vigilant by monitoring the sky for ominous signs and listening for the telltale sound of thunder. If thunder is audible, it’s a clear indication of nearby lightning.
- Seek shelter promptly in a safe…
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