Teen Struck by Lightning in Central Park Amidst Severe Storms

Severe Storms Impact Tri-State Area

• ⚡ Fast-moving storms swept through the Tri-State Area, causing significant disruptions and leaving thousands without power.
• ⚠️ Cleanup efforts are expected to take several days as residents deal with the aftermath of the severe weather.

Lightning Strike in Central Park

• 🎯 A teenage boy was struck by lightning in Central Park near East Drive and 101st Street.
• 🏥 Emergency crews responded quickly, finding the teen conscious and suffering from neck injuries before he was transported to Columbia.
• 😨 Park-goers expressed concern for their safety, citing risks from both lightning strikes and falling tree branches.

Storm Damage and Power Outages

• 🌳 In Cranford, New Jersey, an uprooted tree fell onto a house, though fortunately, no one was injured.
• 🚗 In Queens, residents returned home to find trees on their vehicles, with one tree crushing the rear window of a car and another uprooting entirely.
• 💡 Power outages affected numerous customers, with some experiencing flickering lights and significant damage to their homes and vehicles, impacting daily life and work.
• 🚧 In Williamsburg, relentless rain caused flooded roadways, forcing drivers to navigate cautiously through the hazardous conditions.