Brutal heat, wild storms and maybe tornadoes in NY, NJ possible starting Thursday
Gothamist • • nation
Key Points:
- Intense thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts of 58 to 70 mph are possible in the New York region on Thursday and Friday, potentially causing property damage, downed power lines, and power outages.
- Temperatures will rise sharply on Thursday, exceeding 90 degrees with heat index values possibly surpassing 100 degrees, especially for commuters from New Jersey due to increased humidity.
- There is a risk of severe weather including large hail, flooding from overlapping storm cells, and isolated tornadoes on Friday, though the exact impact and location remain uncertain.
- The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Thursday and Friday, with cooling centers open across the five boroughs and assistance available for residents needing air conditioning or fans.
- Weather conditions are expected to improve by Saturday with lower humidity and no dangerous heat indices, coinciding with favorable conditions for Knicks fans attending Game 5 of the NBA finals.