Severe Storm System Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley

A line of severe storms sweeping through the Hudson Valley has caused downed trees and branches, leading to thousands of power outages.

A radar image of the region at 5:10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3 shows severe storms moving from west to east.
Photo Credit: *National Weather Service*

Joe Lombardi

08/03/2024 5:15 p.m.

Rockland, Putnam, and Westchester counties have been the most heavily affected.

Just after 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, a total of 2,224 customers in Rockland power were without power. In Putnam, 1,420 customers were affected, and in Westchester, 721.

Drenching downpours have led to localized flooding in parts of the area.

Earlier report - Severe Thunderstorm Watch Now In Effect For Much Of Region

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 9 p.m. Saturday for:

Westchester
Rockland
Orange
Putnam
Nassau
New York City

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