Weather
Lightning Could Strike Ground As Serious Storm Imminent In NYC
Forecasters are telling people to take shelter.
NEW YORK – A serious thunderstorm expected to bring "cloud-to-ground" lightning and 40 mph winds is expected to hit parts of New York City imminently.
The National Weather Service expects it in Midtown and Harlem at 5:45 p.m. Wednesday and in The Bronx at 5:50 p.m.
"Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm," forecasters warned.
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"Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle."
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