Thunderstorms moved across the Tri-State area on Thursday afternoon producing lightning that injured a young person in Central Park, according to authorities.

NEW YORK – A teen was injured after being struck by lightning in Central Park on Thursday afternoon, according to authorities. 

Shortly after the strike, the New York Police Department confirmed that officers responded to reports of an individual injured by lightning in the park around 3:45 p.m.

The storm victim was transported to a local medical center for treatment, and the NYPD said it was not aware of any other injuries resulting from the storm.

According to the city’s parks division, the victim was a 16-year-old boy and was transported to Weill-Cornell Medical Center.

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The condition of the teen was not released, but the injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.

At the time of the incident, much of the Northeast was under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch, with storms tracking from west to east across the region.

The National Weather Service reminds everyone that if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

During thunderstorm events, NYC Emergency Management encourages residents and visitors to shelter indoors and avoid open areas such as fields and parks.

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Even if the sky looks clear, it may still be dangerous to remain outside with lightning striking several miles away from the storm.

More unsettled weather is expected through the evening, but the precipitation clears out and temperatures heat up next week.