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Thunderstorm Wind in Broome County, New York

Thunderstorm Wind April 15, 2026 · Broome County, New York

58 mph

Estimated gust (50 kt)

$2K

Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Strong thunderstorm winds knocked down a couple of trees at Bridge Street and Chapel Street Intersection.

The wider storm

On Wednesday April 15th, a southwest flow pattern sent a mid-level shortwave disturbance into central NY, creating a favorable environment for severe thunderstorms. The combination of instability, strong wind shear, and ample moisture ultimately led to severe thunderstorms Wednesday afternoon and evening. The strongest storms produced estimated damaging wind gusts of 50 knots knocking down trees and wires.

Began near Windsor (42.0751, -75.6378).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1332297. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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