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Sunday, August 18, 2019

Thousands without power after violent Sunday storms

Severe storms marched across the Twin Tiers Sunday afternoon, as forecasted. While Allegany County experienced some strong storms, the worst was felt in areas east of Wellsville. Significant lightning, large hail and strong winds wreaked havoc. Thousands spanning several counties in New York and Pennsylvania lost power. Here is the general overview as of 5 p.m.-
NYSEG:
(County-Number without power)
Broome: 3,574
Chemung: 2,401
Steuben: 1,080
Tioga (NY): 5,653
National Grid:
Town of Independence: Fewer than 5
Bradford Co. (PA):
Between First Energy and Claverack: 3,065
McKean Co: 64
Potter County: 0
Susquehanna: 2,941