Headline:
Flood Watch issued March 12 at 1:47PM EDT until March 12 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 12, 2026 - 10:47am
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...Until 5 PM EDT 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 36 hours. 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