A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for parts of New York and New Jersey until 5:15 PM EDT on July 15, 2026, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
The affected areas include Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic, and Union counties in New Jersey, as well as Bronx and New York (Manhattan) counties in New York.
This type of alert indicates that a severe thunderstorm is occurring or is imminent. The storm may produce damaging winds, large hail, and dangerous lightning. Wind gusts up to 70 mph and quarter size hail are possible.
For safety, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning are occurring with this storm. Move indoors immediately. If you need emergency assistance, call 911. Follow guidance from the NWS and local authorities.
