New York Tornado

On August 15, 2008, a tornado warning was issued for parts of New York City. The warning was soon canceled, though a severe thunderstorm warning remained in effect.¹

Fast Facts

1. Tornado warning issued for the Bronx and Manhattan
2. Swirling, severe thunderstorm passed through area¹
3. No tornadoes actually touched down
4. Flash flood warnings were also issued
5. New York had been dealing with bad weather and severe storms earlier in the week²

Tornado Facts

1. Tornado winds can reach 300 mph³
2. A tornado over water is called a waterspout³
3. Tornadoes are often accompanied by hail⁴
4. Many tornadoes can't be seen until they pick up debris⁵
5. If a tornado occurs, go to the lowest level of the building you are in⁶
6. 800 tornadoes on average are reported each year⁵

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