Headline:
Flood Watch issued March 12 at 2:26AM EDT until March 12 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 11:26pm
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 2:00pm
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 this 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...
- Rainfall amounts of three quarters of an inch to an inch and
a half were observed over the last 24 hours. Additional rain
amounts of less than a tenth of an inch are expected this
morning. Warmer weather over the last few days has resulted
in snow melt, with a deep snow pack in place across the Black
River basin. This will continue to 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