Buffalo, NY (WBEN) Governor Cuomo has ordered campgrounds inside state parks evacuated because of potentially dangerous storms.

"As severe storms with the potential to cause serious damage move across New York State, safety must be our top priority," Governor Cuomo said. "I urge campers spending time in New York's scenic state parks and campgrounds to find a safe place to ride out the storm. All New Yorkers should remain alert and take whatever precautions are necessary as this severe weather hits our state."

Tent campers have been evacuated at the following campgrounds:

ALLEGANY REGION
Allegany State Park
Lake Erie State Park

NIAGARA REGION
Evangola State Park

TACONIC REGION
Clarence Fahnestock State Park
Lake Taghkanic State Park
Mills-Norrie State Park
Taconic State Park – Copake Falls
Taconic State Park – Rudd Pond

PALISADES REGION
Harriman State Park - Beaver Pond
Harriman State Park – Sebago


Campers will be offered a full refund, and may return to the campgrounds Friday if conditions warrant.