A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Brooklyn and Manhattan, effective until 7:15 p.m., with wind gusts anticipated to reach 60 mph. The storm was located over the East Village, moving east at 25 mph, and is expected to cause damage to trees and power lines. Residents are advised to take shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor due to torrential rainfall, which may cause flash flooding. Precautions around lightning safety include monitoring conditions, sheltering indoors, avoiding electrical devices, and waiting 30 minutes after the storm before resuming outdoor activities.
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Brooklyn and Manhattan, expecting wind gusts of up to 60 mph and possible flash flooding.
Residents are advised to move to an interior room on the lowest floor during the storm. Torrential rainfall may lead to hazardous conditions.
Lightning strikes roughly 25 million times annually in the U.S., causing about 20 deaths each year. Peak risk occurs as storms approach.
During thunderstorms, avoid using corded phones and appliances if indoors, and wait at least 30 minutes after the last thunder before resuming outdoor activities.
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