Live updates: Tornado risk for NJ, NYC as severe storms threaten
The National Weather Service has issued warnings for severe thunderstorms, flash flooding, and a potential tornado risk across the New York City tri-state area. Residents are advised to prepare for damaging winds and heavy rainfall as a cold front moves through the region.
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Severe weather events pose immediate threats to public safety and infrastructure in densely populated urban areas.
Live updates: Tornado risk for NJ, NYC as severe storms threaten – NBC New York
Weather blog: Tornado watch expires, flash flooding remains threat for parts of NY and NJ
Overall, in terms of severe weather risk, the National Weather Service puts much of the tri-state at a level 3 on a scale of 5. Rainfall rates could top 2 inches an hour, which would cause flooding in the city.
By Storm Team 4 , Jennifer Millman and Tom Shea
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