WATCH: Terrifying Video Of Tornado In Western New York

Erie, Chautauqua, Alleghany, and surrounding counties already knew we were going to see some rain today, but woah. I’m not sure we were expecting this. 

The remnants of Hurricane Beryl, the category one storm which caused destruction throughout the southern United States earlier this week, had much of Western New York in its path. Although it wasn't nearly as severe as places like Texas, the burst of thunderstorms and high winds caused enough alarm that over a dozen tornado warnings were promoted throughout the area within the span of an hour on Wednesday afternoon. 

The storms left over 150,000 Erie county residents without power, and caused trees to tumble down and roofing damage to property throughout the area. 

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National Weather Service: Two Tornadoes In Western New York On Wednesday

The NWS has confirmed that two tornadoes touched down in the Buffalo, New York area on Wednesday afternoon. 

The first, an EF-1 tornado with estimated winds of 110mph, hit the town of Arkwright, New York in Chautauqua County at 12:06 p.m., traveling northwest and eventually dissipating in the town of Hanover at 12:14 p.m. 

The second confirmed tornado, an EF-0 tornado with estimated gusts of 85mph, hit the town of Eden between 12:40 pm to 12:44 pm. Again, we’re relieved no casualties or major injuries are known, however we know there was extensive damage. 

WATCH: Terrifying Video Of Tornado In Western New York

This video posted by reporter Jeff Russo of WKBW shows the destruction the tornado in Arkwright caused, literally ripping off roofs and demolishing nearby houses. It’s shocking to watch-- and downright heartbreaking. 

Our thoughts are with those who lost or had severe damage to their homes and belongings, and we continue to hope that no one was gravely hurt by the sudden burst of severe weather on Wednesday.