Strong thunderstorms possible tonight

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for parts of Long Island.

News 12 Staff

May 28, 2019, 12:27 PM

Updated 1,827 days ago

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Strong thunderstorms possible tonight
After a cool, cloudy and at times rainy day, Long Island will now be at risk for strong thunderstorms tonight.
A handful of severe storms have broken out in New Jersey and parts of New York. The unsettled weather has sparked tornado warnings in New Jersey and Staten Island.
A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for parts of Long Island. 
These storms are capable of heavy rain, lightning, damaging winds and hail. Weak tornadoes cannot be ruled out.
Any showers or thunderstorms will end around midnight. Skies will remain mostly cloudy, with lows near 60 degrees.
For Wednesday, expect partly sunny skies with another chance for late day showers and thunderstorms. Highs will be near 68 to 73 degrees.


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