Active AlertsOrchard Park, NY

The National Weather Service in Buffalo NY has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in New York Cazenovia Creek Near Cazenovia Creek at Ebenezer affecting Erie County. For the Cazenovia Creekincluding Cazenovia Creek at Ebenezer Minor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Cazenovia Creek near Cazenovia Creek at Ebenezer.
When: From late tonight to tomorrow afternoon.
Impacts: At 10.0 feet, Flood stage, minor flooding can be expected in low lying areas east of Orchard Park Road and south of Ridge Road in West Seneca. Some inundation of Cazenovia Park in South Buffalo.
Additional Details: - At 1:00 PM EST Sunday the stage was 3.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage late tonight to a crest of 10.5 feet tomorrow morning. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 10.0 feet. - Flood HistoryThis crest compares to a previous crest of 10.2 feet on 02/18/2022. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued late tonight by 200 AM EST.

What: Significant lakeshore flooding expected. Rapid rises are expected Monday morning with the highest levels late Monday morning and afternoon.
Where: Niagara, Erie, and Chautauqua counties.
When: From 5 AM to 10 PM EST Monday.
Impacts: The rapid rise in water levels will result in lakeshore flooding along the Lake Erie and Upper Niagara River shores. Along the Lake Erie shore, flooding is likely along Route 5 in Hamburg, Buffalo Harbor and Canalside, Dunkirk Harbor, and other flood prone locations. Along the Upper Niagara River, flooding is likely to affect Grand Island and Cayuga Island.

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 significant beach erosion and debris, local road closures and extremely dangerous boating conditions.

What: Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts around 70 mph expected.
Where: Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, and Chautauqua Counties.
When: From 4 AM Monday to 1 AM EST Tuesday.
Impacts: Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Shallow rooted trees in a saturated ground will be more susceptible to falling. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
Where: A portion of western New York, including the following counties, Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Genesee, Niagara, Northern Erie, Orleans, Southern Erie and Wyoming.
When: Through Monday afternoon.
Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. The greatest threat for flooding will be along the Buffalo area creeks and rivers. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
Additional Details: - Widespread rainfall totals of 1-1.5 inches are expected within the watch area. Locally higher amounts are possible, especially across the Niagara Frontier. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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.