ALBANY – Governor Kathy Hochul on Thursday issued an advisory in advance of potentially damaging storms expected in the Hudson Valley today (Friday). The storms are expected to be followed by several days of extreme heat in the region.
A cold front is expected to produce thunderstorms, some with heavy downpours and potentially damaging wind gusts, for parts of the Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, Capital Region, and Mid-Hudson Valley. Impacts from storms could include flash flooding, dangerous travel conditions, and power outages. Governor Hochul also urged all New Yorkers to prepare for several days of extreme heat starting Monday and continuing through the week. Heat and humidity are forecast to increase across the State starting Monday with “feels like” temperatures exceeding 100 degrees on Tuesday and Wednesday.
“New Yorkers should take every precaution they can over this next week to stay cool and stay safe as the combination of severe storms, heat, and humidity will pose a significant health risk for vulnerable New Yorkers,” Governor Hochul said. “My administration will be closely monitoring the weather impacts and we encourage New Yorkers to watch the weather forecast closely, stay hydrated, and have a plan if you need to cool off during this time.”
For a complete listing of weather alerts and forecasts, visit the National Weather Service website.
For safety tips, visit the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Safety Tips.
