Lightning strikes New Jersey as severe thunderstorm slams Tri-State area

A severe thunderstorm moved into the Tri-State area on Tuesday, June 8.

A severe thunderstorm moved into the Tri-State area on Tuesday, June 8.

The National Weather Service issued a severe weather statement and a flash flood warning for New York City and the surrounding area.

Flooding, lightning strikes, and power outages were reported across the area.

The footage was filmed in Weehawken, New Jersey and posted on social media by @tristanpope .