tornado watch

Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes threaten 29 million people in the Northeast, including NYC, with damaging wind gusts, flash flooding, and power outages. Major cities along the I-95 corridor face risks through the evening commute, while New York City’s aging sewer system struggles with heavy rainfall. Two confirmed tornadoes and multiple storm impacts have been reported.

A tornado watch has been issued for all five New York City boroughs until 9 p.m. as officials urge residents to remain alert due to approaching severe storms.

Severe storms prompted a tornado watch and warnings in parts of northeast Colorado, leading to reported damage. The storms occurred on Wednesday in the region.

A tornado watch was issued for the Chicago area and northwest Indiana until 9 p.m., with potential tornadoes, hail, and 80 mph wind gusts. A flood watch remained in effect until 11 p.m., as heavy rain and thunderstorms were expected. Previous storms on Wednesday caused power outages and downed trees due to 70 mph winds and heavy rainfall.

A tornado watch was issued for 12 Colorado counties Monday evening, with warnings of tornadoes, large hail, and strong winds. The National Weather Service highlighted risks of flying debris, mobile home damage, and structural harm, urging residents to seek shelter. A separate tornado warning was active for Elbert County until 6 p.m., as a storm moving east near Simla and Limon posed additional threats.

Denver's hazard sirens were accidentally activated during a tornado watch, which officials confirmed was a mistake with no immediate threat. The tornado watch, valid until 9 p.m., covers Denver and surrounding areas, with risks of large hail and potential tornadoes. The Office of Emergency Management plans to provide further details.

Environment and Climate Change Canada issued an orange-level tornado watch for southeast Saskatchewan just before 1:30 p.m. Saturday. The warning is expected to continue into the evening.