Severe Storms Threaten Ohio and Upstate NY with Heavy Rain and Damaging Winds

Powerful storms are expected to hit Upstate New York this afternoon, bringing heavy rain and damaging winds, particularly east of the Finger Lakes. The National Weather Service warns of potential localized flooding and wind gusts up to 60 mph, with the strongest winds likely in the Buffalo area and Tug Hill Plateau. The storms are expected to subside by 8 p.m. in Central New York and by 11 p.m. in the Capital Region.