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Another powerful storm rolled through New York, and officials are now investigating reports of two more possible tornadoes. If confirmed, it would bring the total from recent storms to six.

In a beautiful tribute to Emmi and Kenni Bisson, Clinton came together to cover sidewalks in heartfelt chalk art. Despite the rain, love, color, and creativity filled the streets.

In memory of beloved 6-year-old twins lost in the June 22 tornado, the community is encouraged to fill the Clinton sidewalks with chalk art.

With Central New York dealing with an increase in severe weather, here are some tips that will help you through a tornado and extended power outage.

Imagine going to bed one night and waking up the next morning to the news your street got pummeled by a tornado.

An emergency fund has been set up to support recovery efforts after the June 22 tornado and storms hit Clark Mills, Kirkland, and nearby areas. Donations will directly aid affected residents.

A Central New York couple survived a terrifying ordeal when a severe storm ripped through Vienna, crushing their camper with a massive tree. Trapped inside, they were saved thanks to a neighbor’s quick action and heroic efforts by the Vienna Fire Department.

A tragic tornado struck Clark Mills on Sunday, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, which has left two families in mourning. Shelly Johnson, a 50-year-old resident of Millstream Court, died when a tree fell on her home; her partner was prevented from reaching her due to the tree's size. The tornado also claimed the lives of six-year-old twins, Emily and Kenni Bisson, who were killed when a large tree crashed through their house on Hoyland Avenue, separating them from their mother at the time of the disaster. Both girls were pronounced dead at the scene, and in response to the tragedy, Clinton Central School will offer counseling services to students and staff following the school’s closure on Monday. In an effort to support the bereaved families, a Go Fund Me account has been established, with a fundraising goal of $9,000 for Johnson’s funeral costs, and another campaign aimed at raising $380,000 for the Bisson family, which has already garnered over $216,000 from more than 3,500 donors. As recovery efforts begin, community members are coming together to help those affected by this devastating incident.

National Grid has sent more than 2,500 workers into the Mohawk Valley to restore power as quickly as possible following Sunday's severe weather.

Flood warnings are in effect for Chenango, Madison, and Oneida County after severe storms dumped about 5 inches of rain early Sunday morning.