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Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for NYC
NEW YORK (PIX11) — A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for New York City until 9 p.m., according to the National Weather Service.
The highest chance of severe weather is between 6 and 9 p.m.
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Officials warn of the possibility of strong to severe thunderstorms with damaging winds of up to 70 mph. There could be heavy rain in some spots.
The storms could cause power outages.
New York City is also under a flood watch until 2 a.m. Wednesday.
'Some spots may see even more. Flash flooding is possible, especially in low-lying neighborhoods or areas with poor drainage,' said Zachary Iscol, commissioner of Emergency Management.
Pool hours will be extended to 8 p.m. during the heat, but beaches close at 6 p.m.
You can text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692 for citywide emergency updates.
Ben Mitchell is a digital content producer from Vermont who has covered both local and international news since 2021. He joined PIX11 in 2024. See more of his work here.
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