Afternoon Storms Expected

2009_08_rain2.jpg From the National Weather Service, a "Special Weather Statement": "Strong thunderstorms will move into New York City between 1 and 2 PM... At 1134 am EDT...National Weather Service Doppler radar was tracking a long line of strong thunderstorms extending from west central New Jersey southward to northern Delaware moving northeast at 40 mph. Thunderstorms will first move into Staten Island around 1 PM and then into the rest of the city by 130 PM. Cloud to ground lightning is expected along with wind gusts up to 40 mph. In addition...heavy rains will likely result in ponding on roadways." So, it's another stormy Sunday!

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There was a lightning strike in North Park Slope a couple hours ago. Berry scary, kids!

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