Derecho Forces State of Emergency in Chemung County, NY

Thunderstorms cause serious damage in New York

“This afternoon’s severe thunderstorms, including strong winds, possible tornadoes, and large hail, caused serious damage in Chemung County and the surrounding areas,” said Governor Cuomo, declaring a state of emergency.

SPC filtered Storm Reports for July 26, 2012

The storms uprooted or shredded thousands of trees, tore roofs off many homes and businesses, caused damage to public and private property, and left many people trapped in their cars, according to reports.

• About 1,000 flights were canceled around the U.S. Thursday due to the storms.
• Most of the damage occurred in New York and Pennsylvania.
• About half a million customers lost electricity.
• New York and  Pennsylvania reported two storm-related deaths, as of posting.
• winds in excess of 70mph (113-kph)  were reported in  Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania.

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