A severe thunderstorm warning was issued Saturday morning for parts of western New York, including Monroe County, as storms moved through the region, according to the National Weather Service in Buffalo.
The warning includes:
Storms bring 60 mph wind gusts, hail threat
At 11:41 a.m., the National Weather Service said severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Brockport to Oakfield to Middleport and were moving southeast at 25 mph.
The storm threats included:
Officials warned that strong winds could damage roofs, siding and trees.
Areas impacted by the warning
Communities in the storm path include:
The warning also included portions of:
How to stay safe during a severe thunderstorm
The National Weather Service recommends moving to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building during severe thunderstorms.
Residents should also:
This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Rochester area with 60 mph wind gusts
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