If you live in the New York City area and feel that there has been an abnormal number of tornado watches issues recently, you are not crazy. A tornado watch means that conditions are ripe for the development of a possible tornado. The New York City area has seen 2 tornadoes this summer. One occurred in July when 100 mile per hour winds caused significant damage in parts of the Bronx. Also, just under 2 weeks ago, on September 16th, a tornado was responsible for downing hundreds of trees and killing one individual as it raced through Staten Island, Queens and Brooklyn.

In just the last 3 years the New York City area saw more tornadoes than it had in the 40+ years prior. The currently tornado watch covers an extensive area throughout Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey. If you see a tornado it is advised to get in a secure place, possibly a within a door frame, and stay there until the storm has passed.