Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued May 6 at 7:38PM EDT until May 6 at 9:45PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 6, 2025 - 4:38pm
Expires:
May 6, 2025 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 738 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain across the warned
area, specifically Weedsport to Cato. Between 0.75 and 1.25 inches
of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.5
inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or
expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Weedsport, Cato and Meridian.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where
you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become
killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or
creeks.
Area Description:
Cayuga, NY
Forcast Office:
NWS Buffalo NY