Last updated: Thursday, August 20, 2026 7:04PM GMT
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NEW YORK (WABC) — Thunderstorms could become heavy enough to produce flooding downpours and gusty winds on Thursday afternoon and evening.
A flood watch has been issued for much of the Tri-State area, including New York City.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for parts of new Jersey through the evening.
Showers and thunderstorms are likely to intensify during the evening commute, creating slow and potentially hazardous travel conditions.
Lee is timing out the late day/evening heavy rain and storms
Lee is timing out the late day/evening heavy rain and storms:
Storms already disrupting air travel across NYC area
The FAA has issued ground delay programs for flights arriving at JFK, LaGuardia and Newark, with average delays currently ranging from about 100 minutes to more than 2.5 hours.
MAP: Tornado risk for Thursday
MAP: Flash flood risk through tonight
