Headline:
Lakeshore Flood Warning issued June 18 at 2:39AM EDT until June 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
Lakeshore Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 11:39pm
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Minor lakeshore flooding expected.
* WHERE...Oswego and Jefferson counties.
* WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 8 PM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...The combination of high lake levels and significant
wave action will result in minor lakeshore flooding along the
immediate lakeshore, especially in bays, inlets, harbors, and
other low lying areas along the shoreline. Shoreline erosion
is also expected.
Instruction:
A Lakeshore Flood Warning means lakeshore flooding is occurring,
is imminent, or is expected to occur. For your safety, stay off
breakwaters, piers, rock outcroppings and beaches! Waves are
often larger than they appear and can easily wash you away.
Expect beach erosion and debris, local road closures and
extremely dangerous boating conditions.
Area Description:
Oswego; Jefferson
Forcast Office:
NWS Buffalo NY
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov