Hamilton storm history
Storm events recorded in Hamilton, New York between 1950 and 2025.
613
Total events
7
Tornadoes
25
Hail
48
Floods
2
Deaths
$81.3M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
The combination of heavy rainfall and beaver dam failures resulted in the destruction of roads, bridges and sidewalks in the areas of Long Lake and Blue Mountain Lake. This included Route 28N between Blue Mountain Lake and the Essex County line toward Newcomb and Route 30 from Lo…
Extensive flooding occurred along the Sacandaga River from Wells to Benson. Route 30 was impassable in several areas with water over the road. Widespread flooding occurred in Wells with water entering some residences, prompting rescues by airboat. The river reached a record crest…
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Ice Storm Ice Storm
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Zone average snowfall of 3.2 inches.
Strong Wind Strong Wind
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Zone average snowfall of 6.7 inches and a liquid equivalent of 0.9 inches.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Zone average snowfall of 4.6 inches.
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Strong Wind Strong Wind
NWS recorded a report of a downed tree on NY 28 at 6th Lake Road with all lanes blocked. NWS received another report of a downed tree on NY 10 going southbound, approximately 3 miles south of Powell Road. This also led to all lanes being blocked.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A state official reported trees down in Wells, NY.
Ice Storm Ice Storm
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A couple of trees and wires were downed near Hoffmeister, one of which occurred on French Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was downed on wires along Higgins Bay Road near Piseco.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was reported down near Route 10 north of Arietta.
Strong Wind Strong Wind
A 42 mph wind gust was recorded at the New York State Mesonet site near Piseco.
Strong Wind Strong Wind
A 41 mph wind gust was recorded at the New York State Mesonet site near Piseco.
Cold/Wind Chill Cold/Wind Chill
Cold/Wind Chill Cold/Wind Chill
Strong Wind Strong Wind
Lake-Effect Snow Lake-Effect Snow
A maximum accumulation of 8 inches was reported in Hamilton County near Wells.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
A mixed precipitation winter storm led to the combination of zone average snowfall of 9.1 inches, zone average flat ice accumulation of 0.08 inches, and zone average liquid equivalent of 1.07 inches.
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Winter Storm Winter Storm
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Cold/Wind Chill Cold/Wind Chill
Lake-Effect Snow Lake-Effect Snow
The combination of radar precipitation estimates and snow depth increases at New York State Mesonet sites verify that 7 or more inches of snow fell within areas along and north of Route 28.
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Lake-Effect Snow Lake-Effect Snow
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Zone average snowfall 4.1 inches.
Strong Wind Strong Wind
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Zone average snowfall of 5.2 inches.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
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Tornado EF1 Tornado
A National Weather Service storm survey concluded an EF1 tornado occurred along Route 8 south of Oxbow Lake. The tornado travelled along Route 8 where numerous trees and utility poles were uprooted and snapped. In addition, there was minor structural damage to homes and utility b…
Tornado EF1 Tornado
A National Weather Service storm survey worked with the New York State Police's Unmanned Aerial Systems program to confirm an EF1 tornado touched down along the West Branch of the Sacandaga River. The tornado crossed West River Road and continued northeastward where it produced a…
Tornado EF1 Tornado
A National Weather Service storm survey, with assistance from satellite imagery, was able to determine an EF1 tornado touched down in the Wilcox Lake Wild Forest. The tornado began in eastern Hamilton county between Spruce Mountain and Steve Bigle Mountain and continued northeast…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large blowdown of trees occurred beginning along Old Piseco Road in Piseco and continuing southeastward to portions of a hiking trail in the Town of Lake Pleasant.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
New York Department of Highways reported the closure of Route 30 in both directions due to water flowing across the roadway. Additionally, a video taken by a member of the public showed water flowing rapidly out of Minnow Pond, adjacent to Route 30, crossing the roadway.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Local law enforcement reported a tree down on McIntyre Boulevard.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Zone average snowfall of 8.4 inches.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 33 | 0 |
| 2024 | 23 | 3 |
| 2023 | 14 | 0 |
| 2022 | 24 | 0 |
| 2021 | 28 | 0 |
| 2020 | 22 | 0 |
| 2019 | 41 | 0 |
| 2018 | 26 | 0 |
| 2017 | 30 | 0 |
| 2016 | 15 | 0 |
| 2015 | 14 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 0 |
| 2013 | 12 | 0 |
| 2012 | 13 | 0 |
| 2011 | 27 | 0 |
| 2010 | 6 | 0 |
| 2009 | 21 | 0 |
| 2008 | 38 | 0 |
| 2007 | 23 | 0 |
| 2006 | 25 | 0 |
| 2005 | 10 | 0 |
| 2004 | 7 | 0 |
| 2003 | 11 | 0 |
| 2002 | 11 | 0 |
| 2001 | 7 | 0 |
| 2000 | 13 | 0 |
| 1999 | 12 | 0 |
| 1998 | 23 | 0 |
| 1997 | 10 | 0 |
| 1996 | 14 | 0 |
| 1995 | 11 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | 8 | 1 |
| 1991 | 3 | 0 |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | 2 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 | 0 |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 | 7 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 | 0 |
| 1979 | 2 | 1 |
| 1978 | 2 | 0 |
| 1973 | 1 | 1 |