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
- Tornado warning issued for the Bronx and Manhattan
- Swirling, severe thunderstorm passed through area1
- No tornadoes actually touched down
- Flash flood warnings were also issued
- New York had been dealing with bad weather and severe storms earlier in the week2
Tornado Facts
- Tornado winds can reach 300 mph3
- A tornado over water is called a waterspout3
- Tornadoes are often accompanied by hail4
- Many tornadoes can't be seen until they pick up debris5
- If a tornado occurs, go to the lowest level of the building you are in6
- 800 tornadoes on average are reported each year5
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