**** 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, Montgomery, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Ulster, and Washington Counties* Dear Emergency Managers and other partners, We have issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for today that will remain in effect until 9PM tonight. See the attached graphic to learn which counties are included. The main hazards are damaging winds and heavy rain resulting in localized flooding. An isolated tornado is also possible If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via: 1. Email: alb.stormreport@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