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Tornado Touches Down in Western NY!
3 Sep
Summary
- Radar confirmed tornado prompted an immediate warning.
- Storm moved southeast at 30 mph impacting several counties.
- Residents urged to seek basement or interior room shelter.
A tornado warning was issued for parts of Orleans, Genesee, and Monroe counties on the evening of September 2, 2026. The National Weather Service in Buffalo confirmed a tornado near Oakfield, moving southeast at 30 mph.
The severe storm posed a significant threat of damaging winds and flying debris. Communities including Batavia, Albion, and Churchville were within the affected area, with Interstate 90 between exits 47 and 48 also impacted.
Residents were urgently instructed to find shelter in basements or interior rooms of sturdy buildings, away from windows. Mobile homes were identified as particularly vulnerable to damage or destruction. Potential impacts included damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles, along with likely tree damage.
