Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Lower Hudson Valley Thursday

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 7 p.m. for Orange, Putnam, Rockland and Westchester counties.

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A severe thunderstorm watch means conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms in and close to the watch area, according to the NWS.

By definition, a severe thunderstorm is one that produces 1-inch diameter or larger hail and/or winds that equal or exceed 58 miles per hour.