Lakeshore Flood Watch Issued January 26 at 12:45PM EST Until January 28 at 4:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT…Significant lakeshore flooding possible.
* WHERE…Erie and Chautauqua counties.
* WHEN…From Monday morning through late Monday night.
* IMPACTS…The rapid rise in water levels at the eastern end of
Lake Erie may result in lakeshore flooding along the Lake Erie
shore. Flooding is possible along Route 5 in Hamburg, Buffalo
Harbor and Canalside, Dunkirk Harbor, and other flood prone
locations. Lake ice may also get shoved onshore and cause
property damage.
INSTRUCTIONS: A Lakeshore Flood Watch means that conditions favorable for
lakeshore flooding are expected to develop. Residents on or near
the shore should take action to protect property, and listen to
local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for later
statements or warnings.
Issued By: NWS Buffalo NY