Tornado confirmed in Otsego County; shelter-in-place issued in Lincoln
An EF-1 tornado with winds of 110 mph touched down in Otsego County on Tuesday. Meanwhile, a shelter-in-place alert is active in Lincoln due to police activity.
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Tornado confirmation details
SYRACUSE, N.Y., A storm survey conducted by the National Weather Service office in Binghamton has confirmed that an EF-1 tornado touched down in Otsego County on Tuesday, with top winds reaching 110 mph. The tornado caused damage to several structures, but no injuries have been reported as of now.
Current situation in Lincoln
In a separate incident, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office has issued a shelter-in-place alert for residents in Lincoln due to ongoing police activity. Details regarding the nature of the situation have not been disclosed, but deputies are actively handling the matter. Residents are advised to stay indoors and await further instructions from law enforcement.
Impact on local events
As the weather continues to impact Central New York, the Syracuse Mets faced a rain delay during their game against the Buffalo Bisons on Tuesday night, ultimately losing 6-5 after the delay in the ninth inning. The six-game series will continue Thursday at NBT Bank Stadium, where fans can expect clearer skies.
What to watch for next
Residents are encouraged to monitor local news outlets for updates on the tornado aftermath and the situation in Lincoln. For the latest weather updates, check our Central New York weather page.
By The Numbers
- 110 mph, top winds of the EF-1 tornado confirmed in Otsego County, according to WSYR-TV.
- 6-5, the final score of the Syracuse Mets game against the Buffalo Bisons after a rain delay.
- 1, the number of tornadoes confirmed in Otsego County on Tuesday.
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Sources
- LocalSYR, tornado confirmation details.
- Syracuse.com, shelter-in-place alert in Lincoln.
