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Rome residents reel from devastating tornado that left city in shambles
ROME, N.Y. — Jennifer Piolo said in just 20 seconds, her family in Rome lost everything in what the National Weather Service is describing as the worst tornado to hit Oneida County in at least 30 years. More than 10k people without power in Rome; neighbors describe area as...
Over 20,000 in Oneida County without power after storm; 100,000 out in Upstate NY
Rome, N.Y. — More than 20,000 homes and businesses are without power in Oneida County Wednesday morning, hours after a storm that raced through Upstate New York. More than 100,000 NYSEG and National Grid customers are without power across the state. Oneida County is the hardest hit with 20,727 National Grid customers out. Rome has 10,367 customers without electricity.
Get the Help You Need After Devastating Tornado in Rome
Tornadoes and severe storms have left hundreds of Central New Yorkers picking up the pieces. But they don't have to do it alone. There is help available. Operators from 211 MidYork are available to assist residents in Oneida, Madison and Herkimer Counties for non emergencies. “Calling 211, texting 898-211 or...
NWS confirms tornado touched down in Rome, New York
Tuesday's severe storm that ravaged parts of Oneida County, including the City of Rome, was indeed a tornado, according to the National Weather Service in Binghamton. Forecasters announced the news late Wednesday morning, confirming that a tornado touched down in Rome, Oneida County, at 3:25 p.m. Tuesday. A team from...
High winds during thunderstorms cause severe damage in Madison County, leaves 1 dead
The only tornado in Central New York on Tuesday devastated Rome, but other areas were also hit hard by high winds from thunderstorms, with the area’s only death reported in Canastota. Robert Popple, 82, was found dead outside his home after a severe thunderstorm passed on Tuesday afternoon. Neighbors...
National Weather Service confirms tornado touched down in Oneida County
ROME, NY (WBNG) -- The National Weather Service confirmed that a tornado touched down in Rome, Oneida County, NY on July 16. The tornado touched down around 3:25 p.m. as storms rolled over much of New York State. The NWS said the storm was ranked as an EF-2, with estimated wind speeds of up to 135 mph.
National Grid Provides Update on Power Outages Amid Storm Damage
Tens of thousands of residents are without power this morning following a devastating storm that ripped through Central New York. The worst of it has hit Rome, Canastota and Ilion. Jared Paventi is a representative with National Grid. Paventi joined 'First News with Keeler in the Morning' on WIBX Wednesday...
Drone videos capture intense storm damage in Rome and Canastota
CENTRAL NEW YORK (WSYR-TV) — Severe storms ripped through two CNY counties, leaving tens of thousands without power, buildings in ruins, and The National Weather Service looking for answers. Drone video of Rome damage. Video courtesy of Ben Augustine. In Oneida County, Rome was hit by a likely tornado....
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Statement on Tornado
New York State, Oneida County, and Rome are still currently under a State of Emergency. Many of our families, churches, organizations, businesses, and government offices have been devastated by the tornado that touched down in Rome. My prayers go out to all that are dealing with the current devastation. Thank...
State of Emergency, Closed Roads, Power Outages in Central New York
Mother Nature has caused chaos across New York and the Governor has declared a statewide State of Emergency. Oneida County is also under a State of Emergency through July 23. A curfew is in place in areas impacted by the storm from 8:30 PM to 5:30 AM. Oneida County Executive...
Romans Picking Up the Pieces: The Aftermath of Tuesday's Tornado
ROME, N.Y. -- Oneida County is currently under a state of emergency due to tornado damage. There's a curfew in place in Rome, requiring residents to be indoors by 8:30 p.m. Some residents have called the city a war zone, with reports from the National Weather Service confirming an EF-2 tornado with winds reaching 135 mph.
EF2 Tornado confirmed in Rome Tuesday, National Weather Service survey completed
ROME, N.Y. — It is confirmed a tornado touched down in Rome, New York on Tuesday afternoon. The National Weather Service in Binghamton has completed its survey of storm damage in Oneida County and the City of Rome. The survey team confirmed a tornado did in fact touch down Tuesday at approximately 3:25 p.m. and lasted until 3:35 p.m.
National Grid works 'around the clock' to restore utilities for Mohawk Valley region customers
As the Oneida County area and the hardest-hit city of Rome began cleanup after a Tuesday night radar-confirmed tornado scraped through the area, thousands of households were left without power. And National Grid spokesperson Jared Paventi confirmed around mid-day on Wednesday that repairs needed, mostly in Rome, would take electrical...
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