Residents of New York are bracing for a tumultuous weather week, with forecasts predicting severe thunderstorms and heavy rain on Monday, accompanied by strong winds that may exceed 50 mph. A cold front will bring a sharp temperature drop, leading to possible lake effect snow following the storms. Flooding and travel disruptions are anticipated as heavy windswept downpours sweep through the region. Alerts have been issued for various counties, including NYC, where damaging winds pose a significant threat, potentially causing scattered power outages. As the week progresses, conditions are expected to shift from wet and warm to colder with the possibility of snow.