Weather Alerts for Watertown, New York 13601 - The Weather Channel | Weather.com
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High Severity Alert

River Flood Warning

Until Sat 8:00 pm EDT

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Action Recommended

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Issued By

Buffalo - NY, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Black River at Watertown

Description

...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL THIS EVENING... WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. At Watertown, the river crested earlier this morning and will gradually lower through early this evening. WHERE...Black River at Watertown. WHEN...Until Saturday evening. IMPACTS...At 10.0 feet, Flood stage, farmland flooding begins in the Flats with some roads flooded. Minor damages to riverfront commercial properties in Dexter. ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 12:15 PM EDT Saturday the stage was 10.31 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 12:15 PM EDT Saturday was 10.52 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage this evening and continue falling to 8.8 feet Tuesday morning. - Flood stage is 10.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 10.1 feet on 03/29/2021. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

More Information

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in New York... Black River At Watertown affecting Jefferson and Lewis Counties. For the Black River...including Watertown...Minor flooding is forecast. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued this evening by 800 PM EDT.
Low Severity Alert

High Wind Watch

From Sun 5:00 pm until Mon 8:00 pm EDT

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Issued By

Buffalo - NY, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Jefferson and Lewis Counties. Strongest gusts Sunday night expected along the northwest and northern face of the Tug Hill. Strongest wind gusts Monday will be regionwide

Description

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... WHAT...South to Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible through late Sunday night. Winds become southwest later Monday with a few gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. Strongest gusts Sunday night expected along the northwest and northern face of the Tug Hill. Strongest wind gusts Monday will be regionwide. WHEN...From Sunday afternoon through Monday evening. Strongest gusts are expected Sunday night. IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel may be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Secure or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of the strong winds.
Moderate Severity Alert

Gale Warning

Until Sat 5:00 pm EDT

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Action Recommended

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Issued By

Buffalo - NY, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River

Description

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON... WHAT...West winds to 35 knots and waves 12 to 16 feet. WHERE...The nearshore and open waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT this afternoon. IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.
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