Two tornadoes struck Letchworth State Park in New York, causing significant damage to the park’s trails, campsites, and historic structures. Local emergency services and National Weather Service crews responded quickly, deploying mobile radar units to confirm the tornadoes’ paths and intensities. The NWS team explained how they use Doppler radar signatures, eyewitness reports, and post‑event field surveys to verify tornado occurrences and classify their strength. Park officials are working to assess the full extent of the damage and plan repairs while keeping visitors informed about safety and access updates.
2 tornadoes hit Letchworth State Park; NWS crews explain how tornadoes are confirmed 13wham.com
