18/07/2024
Did you know that by area Rome is the second largest city in the state of New York? NYC is the first.
NWS Meteorologists have confirmed a strong EF-2 tornado occurred in Rome, NY on July 16, 2024, starting at 3:25 PM, and ending at 3:35 PM. The estimated maximum wind speed was 135 mph, with a path length was 5.25 miles, and a maximum width of 300 yards. The Public Information Statement (https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&product=PNS&issuedby=BGM) has further details.