A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Saturday at 4:08 p.m. for thunderstorms and gusty showers until 6:30 p.m. for Yates, Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga, Steuben and Schuyler counties.
“Scattered rain showers and thunderstorms will move across the Finger Lakes Region this afternoon. A few stronger storms could produce gusty winds up to 45 mph. Showers and storms will start to diminish in coverage this evening,” explains the weather service.
Shielding yourself from approaching lightning: Expert safety guidelines
Each year, lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times, mostly during the summer. It claims the lives of about 20 people annually, according to the weather service. The threat of lightning becomes more pronounced as thunderstorms draw nearer, peaking when the storm is directly overhead and gradually waning as it moves away.
To protect yourself during a thunderstorm, take these recommendations into consideration:…