Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency for New York due to a record-breaking heatwave and severe thunderstorms causing damage and fatalities. Temperatures in New York City are projected to exceed 100 degrees, threatening a 125-year-old record. Upstate regions experienced storms that resulted in high winds, heavy rain, and the tragic deaths of at least three individuals. Emergency services have been mobilized to provide support amidst ongoing weather challenges, including flash floods. Hochul urged residents to stay informed and vigilant.
Our hearts break for the tragic loss of life during last night's storms, and my administration has been in touch with local elected officials offering support.
State emergency response personnel are already on the ground providing resources and support as we work to recover from this severe weather and restore power quickly.
I urge all New Yorkers to stay weather aware and take precautions to stay vigilant and safe as extreme heat and severe weather are expected to continue impacting the State over the next couple of days.
The state warned that flash flooding in Central New York in particular could spill over into the Southern Tier and the Mid-Hudson region.
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