Headline:
Flood Watch issued March 11 at 2:11PM EDT until March 12 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 11:11am
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 12:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of central New York, including the following
counties, Jefferson and Lewis.
* WHEN...Through Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff from snowmelt and rainfall may result
in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and
flood-prone locations. Ice jams will also be possible in areas
where significant ice remains.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Between an inch and an inch and a half of rain is expected
from last night through tonight. This combined with warm
weather will result in snow melt, with a deep snow pack in
place across the Black River basin. This will cause rises on
the Black River, Moose River, Independence River, and Beaver
River as well as other tributaries. There is a risk of
flooding due to high flows or ice jams.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
Area Description:
Jefferson; Lewis
Forcast Office:
NWS Buffalo NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov