A tornado warning has been issued for parts of southern Queens, including John F. Kennedy International Airport, as a rotating supercell moves through the area.
The warning covers southern Queens and southwestern Nassau County and remains in effect until 2 p.m. Thursday, coinciding with a powerful nor'easter that is bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the region.
A dark, low-hanging wall cloud was observed near the airport, but there were no immediate reports of the funnel touching down on land.
In addition, a flash flood warning is in effect for southern Queens through 6:15 p.m., and hail has been reported in parts of the borough.