Severe Weather Threat July 21: Tornado Watch, Flash Flood Warnings
Key Questions
What severe weather alerts are active for Dutchess County?
A tornado watch is in effect until 9 PM, along with flash flood warnings for Dutchess and Ulster counties due to thunderstorms. There is ongoing risk of damaging winds, heavy rain, and isolated tornadoes.
How long does the tornado watch last?
The National Weather Service issued the tornado watch on Tuesday at 2:06 p.m., and it remains in effect until 9 p.m. for areas including Dutchess County.
Are flash flood warnings currently active?
Yes, an updated flash flood warning was issued for Dutchess and Ulster counties Tuesday evening due to thunderstorms. Residents should monitor conditions closely.
What other risks are associated with the storms?
The region faces risks of damaging winds, heavy rain, and isolated tornadoes. The severe weather threat extends to parts of NY and NJ south of the Capital Region.
What should residents do during this weather event?
Residents are urged to stay alert and monitor updates, especially after recent storm damage. A severe thunderstorm warning for Dutchess County expired at 4:30 p.m.
Tornado watch in effect for Dutchess County until 9 PM tonight. Flash flood warnings issued for Dutchess and Ulster counties due to thunderstorms. Ongoing risk of damaging winds, heavy rain, and isolated tornadoes. Residents urged to stay alert, especially after recent storm damage.