Latest local news, weather and sports for Syracuse and Central New York

Friday, September 14, 2012  During this transitional time of the year weather-wise, sharp cold fronts have the ability to spawn strong and severe thunderstorms as they sweep across Central NY.

Saturday, September 08, 2012  Heavy rains and high winds are leaving some with much to clean up following both severe thunderstorm and tornado watches on Saturday.

Saturday, September 08, 2012  Severe thunderstorms may hit our area this afternoon.

Monday, August 06, 2012  A National Weather Service team is investigating whether a tornado touched down in the Binghamton area.

Tuesday, July 24, 2012  Several thousand utility customers were without power overnight after severe thunderstorms rolled across upstate New York, knocking out electricity service to thousands of homes and businesses.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  More than 2,000 National Grid customers in northern New York remain without power after a severe thunderstorm knocked down trees and utility lines and damaged several buildings.

Saturday, June 30, 2012  WASHINGTON (AP) - Violent storms are being blamed for the deaths of at least nine people and widespread power outages. Many in the eastern U.S. are facing triple-digit temperatures without electricity - and without air conditioning.

Thursday, June 28, 2012  Even if you are inside your house, you are still in danger from lightning. Read more for all of the details.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012  While no one can completely eliminate the risk of being struck by lightning, by using some basic safety rules you can greatly reduce your risk of becoming a lightning victim. Read more for details.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012  As lightning passes through the air, it rapidly heats the air to 50,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Reading this story will describe how electrical charges form and discharge.

Wednesday, May 30, 2012 

Wednesday, May 02, 2012  Here are some important tips on how to recognize severe weather and what to do at home, school and at work.

Tuesday, May 01, 2012  What classifies a thunderstorm as severe, and what the differences are between a severe thunderstorm watch and a severe thunderstorm warning.

Monday, April 30, 2012  Severe weather can strike quickly and deadly. It is important to be prepare now.

Thursday, May 26, 2011  Another round of severe weather rolled through Central New York Thursday afternoon, hitting the region with rain, thunder, and damaging high winds.