May 31, 1998
Severe thunderstorms (in lines and clusters) formed and moved over the Lower Hudson Valley of New York. They formed in a moist and unstable airmass ahead of an approaching trough of low pressure.Severe thunderstorms produced high winds, large hail, torrential rain, and frequent lightning. High winds downed many trees onto power lines, into houses, and onto cars. Spotters reported funnel clouds 5 miles south of the Harriman Tolls on Interstate-87 and near Stewart AFB in Newburgh. Up to 6 inch
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5659750). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Orange County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.