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Here’s How To Become A Trained Storm Spotter In New York

Officials are investigating two more possible tornado touchdowns in New York following severe storms, including areas near Machias and Steuben County. Neither has been confirmed, and more tornado activity cannot be ruled out.

The first tornado of 2026 in New York has been confirmed in Cattaraugus County. The EF-1 tornado, with estimated winds of 107 mph, snapped trees, damaged homes, and tore a barn roof off.

A tornado touched down near Ava in Oneida County, NY, Thursday evening. The National Weather Service confirmed the EF0 twister that carved a 3 mile path. .

Part of New York are under an enhanced risk for tornadoes this month.

The National Weather Service has confirmed the fifth and most powerful tornado in New York so far this year—an EF-2 with winds reaching 115 mph. The storm hit the Town of Phelps, carving a 1.7-mile path and causing significant damage.

Another powerful storm rolled through New York, and officials are now investigating reports of two more possible tornadoes. If confirmed, it would bring the total from recent storms to six.

National Grid has sent more than 2,500 workers into the Mohawk Valley to restore power as quickly as possible following Sunday's severe weather.

If you had to guess how many tornados we experience on average in the state of New York how high would that number be? It might surprise you.

After several years of pretty wild weather, it's time to review your emergency prep plan and ensure you're ready if the unimaginable strikes.

September is already proving to be a much more dangerous month than August, with three tornadoes striking the state on the same day.

The National Weather Service confirmed tornado #29 touched down in the state over the weekend.