Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 21 at 11:36AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 8:36am
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 9:15am
Description:
At 1136 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from near Brookfield to near
Wilton. Movement was east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Bridgeport, New Haven, Waterbury, Norwalk, Milford, Shelton,
Naugatuck, Southbury, New Canaan, Wolcott, Newtown, Fairfield,
Hamden, Stratford, and Trumbull.
Instruction:
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Northern Fairfield; Northern New Haven; Southern Fairfield; Southern New Haven
Forcast Office:
NWS Upton NY
Sender: