Special Weather Statement 09/21/2024 12:55 for New York areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 3:55PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 21, 2024 - 12:55pm
Expires: 
September 21, 2024 - 1:30pm
Description: 
At 354 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Whitesville, or 13 miles southeast of Wellsville, moving east at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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... Troupsburg, Young Hickory, and Willeyville.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle. This storm 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: 
Steuben
Forcast Office: 
NWS Binghamton NY