The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for eastern Niagara and Orleans counties, as well as northeastern Erie County through 5:45 p.m.

National Weather Service Doppler radar indicated a severe thunderstorm capable of producing quarter size hail and damaging winds in excess of 60 mph was sweeing through the area. This storm was located near Harris Hill, or near Williamsville, and moving north at 30 mph shortly before 5 p.m.

The weather service warn that this a dangerous storm. If you are in the path, prepare immediately for damaging winds, destructive hail, and deadly cloud to ground lightning. People outside should move to a shelter. Preferably inside a strong building but away from windows.

A flash flood warning remains in effect through Friday.