Tornado Warnings Issued for New York and New Jersey Amid Severe Storms
Radar-indicated tornado warnings were issued on Tuesday afternoon, July 21, 2026, for parts of New York and New Jersey as severe thunderstorms swept through the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned of potential tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail, torrential rain, and localized flash flooding. Specific warnings were issued for northern Sullivan County, New York, and central Bergen County and eastern Passaic County, New Jersey, with storms moving at speeds of 20-25 mph. A tornado watch was also in effect for other areas, including parts of Connecticut and New York, until 9:00 p.m. ET. Residents in the affected areas were urged to take immediate shelter.