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NWS Albany - Heavy Rain & Gusty Winds Tonight through Thursday - Issued 515 PM EDT October 16, 2019
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 16 Oct '19

16 Oct '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, A Flood Watch has been issued for the entire forecast area from 8 PM tonight through 6 AM Friday. A widespread 2 - 4 inches of rain is likely through Thursday, with isolated higher amounts possible in the high terrain. The rainfall may become locally heavy which may result in some poor drainage flooding of low lying areas, and ponding of water on roadways. Leaves and other debris could clog some drains and produce some nuisance flooding. A Wind Advisory has been issued for the entire forecast area from 8 PM tonight through 8 PM Thursday. Southeast winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts over 45 mph are possible this evening for the Taconics, Berkshires, northwest hills of Connecticut and southern Green Mountains of Vermont. Winds then shift out of the northwest on Thursday with sustained winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. Please see attached forecast graphics for total rainfall as well as maximum wind gusts for this event. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Heavy Rain & Gusty Winds Today into Thursday - Issued 500 AM EDT October 16, 2019
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 16 Oct '19

16 Oct '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, A widespread soaking rainfall of 2 to 4 inches is likely this afternoon into Thursday with brisk winds. The rainfall may become locally heavy which may yield some poor drainage flooding of low lying areas, and ponding of water on roadways. Leaves, twigs, trash and other debris could clog some drains and produce some nuisance flooding. If confidence increases for the potential of widespread flooding, then a flood watch may be issued later today. Southeast winds could gust 35 to 45 mph tonight in some spots before shifting to the northwest. Some localized wind gusts could approach 40 to 50 mph on Thursday and if confidence increases for damaging winds, a wind advisory may be needed. Please see attached forecast graphics for total rainfall as well as maximum wind gusts for this event. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Heavy Rain and Gusty Winds expected Wednesday into Thursday - Issued 445 PM EDT October 15, 2019
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 15 Oct '19

15 Oct '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, A widespread soaking rainfall is expected Wednesday afternoon into Thursday along with gusty winds. Total rainfall for this event is expected to be 2 - 3 inches with locally higher amounts possible in the eastern Catskills. The rainfall may become locally heavy at times which may yield some poor drainage flooding of low lying areas, and ponding of water on roadways. Leaves and debris could also clog drains and produce some nuisance flooding. Southeast winds could gust to 30 - 35 mph Wednesday evening before turning out of the northwest and increasing in strength. Wind gusts on Thursday could exceed 40 mph with some localized wind gusts approaching 50 mph. If confidence increases for damaging winds, a wind advisory may be needed. Please see attached forecast graphics for total rainfall as well as maximum wind gusts for this event. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Marginal Risk for Severe Thunderstorms - issued 555 AM EDT September 23, 2019
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 23 Sep '19

23 Sep '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are possible this afternoon into Monday evening. The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center <http://www.spc.noaa.gov> has a marginal risk for a thunderstorm or two that may become severe. Main threat will be from damaging wind gusts and perhaps some small hail, along with cloud to ground lightning strikes. The threat will conclude with the frontal passage this evening. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Severe Weather Potential has shifted to the south - issued Tuesday 440 PM EDT September 10, 2019
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 10 Sep '19

10 Sep '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, The marginal risk for severe weather has shifted to the south, however there remains the threat for thunderstorms Wednesday mainly during the afternoon. [image: image.png] If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Severe Weather Potential - issued Tuesday 530 AM EDT September 10, 2019
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 10 Sep '19

10 Sep '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, There is a *marginal risk* for severe thunderstorms on Wednesday for portions of eastern New York. However, the chance for thunderstorms exists across the remainder of the region with additional adjustments to this outlook expected later today. The greatest threat from these thunderstorms will be damaging wind gusts. Locally heavy rain may also produce ponding of water in poor drainage, urban and low lying areas. Please see the attached outlook graphic for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS at Albany - Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect until 9 PM EDT for most of eastern NY and western New England as of September 4, 2019 at 155 PM EDT
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 04 Sep '19

04 Sep '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Schoharie, Warren, Washington, Albany, Schenectady, Saratoga, Rensselaer, and Ulster Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and Other Partners, A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued until 9 pm EDT for most of eastern NY and western New England. Locally heavy rain is possible within any thunderstorms which may lead to flooding of poor drainage, urban and low lying areas. Please see the attached image for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Severe Storms Possible Today - Issued Wednesday, September 4, 2019 - 430 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 04 Sep '19

04 Sep '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Rensselaer, and Ulster Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and Other Partners, There is a Marginal to Slight Risk for severe thunderstorms today for most of eastern New York and western New England. The best chance for severe thunderstorms will be between 12 pm and 6pm, with the greatest threat being damaging winds. Large hail and a tornado are also possible. Locally heavy rain is possible within any thunderstorms which may lead to flooding of poor drainage, urban and low lying areas. Please see the attached images for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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Severe Thunderstorms Potential Wednesday Sept 4, 2019 - Update 4:30PM Tuesday Sept 3, 2019
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 03 Sep '19

03 Sep '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, Warren and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, Please be aware there is potential for severe thunderstorms tomorrow from midday until late afternoon as a cold front moves through the region. Most thunderstorms should exit into New England by sunset. The primary concern with any severe thunderstorm is damaging winds but hail and heavy downpours are also possible. Areas from the Lake George/Saratoga region, the Greater Capital District, western New England, eastern Catskills and the mid-Hudson Valley have the greatest potential for severe storms. See the attached graphic for more information. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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NWS Albany - Strong Storms Possible Today and Wednesday - Issued Monday, September 2, 2019 - 420 AM
by ALB Stormreport - NOAA Service Account 02 Sep '19

02 Sep '19

**** The information in this email pertains to the following areas only:**** *- In Connecticut: Litchfield County* *- In Massachusetts: Berkshire County* *- In Vermont: Bennington & Windham Counties* *- In New York: Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Rensselaer, and Ulster Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and Other Partners, There is a Marginal Risk for severe thunderstorms today for the eastern Catskills, mid Hudson Valley, the southern Taconics, Berkshire County, MA and Litchfield County, CT. The best chance for severe thunderstorms will be this afternoon, with the greatest threat being damaging winds. Locally heavy rain is possible across the entire Albany Forecast area through the remainder of today, especially where thunderstorms occur. Flooding in poor drainage, urban and low lying areas is possible. There is also a Marginal Risk for severe thunderstorms on Wednesday for the Mid-Hudson Valley into western New England. Please see the attached images for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport(a)noaa.gov 2. NWSChat at https://nwschat.weather.gov/live/ 3. Social Media: Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/NWSAlbany> and Twitter <https://twitter.com/NWSAlbany> 4. Telephone: (518) 435-9575 <518-435-9575> Sincerely, NWS Albany www.weather.gov/albany

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