Widespread High Wind Event; Heavy Snow Expected from the Northern Plains to Northeast

Widespread high winds will continue to impact the interior Northwest, northern Plains, and Upper Midwest. Gusty winds and low relative humidity will bring critical fire weather to the central and southern Plains and south coastal Texas today. A storm tracking across the northern Plains, Great Lakes and into the Northeast U.S. will bring heavy snow and gusty winds into Saturday. Read More >

Flood Watch - Jefferson and Lewis counties

Forecasts For The Black River

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Gale Headlines For Lakes Erie And Ontario

Continued snowmelt combined with additional rainfall will bring about the possibility of flooding on the Black, Moose, Independence, and Beaver Rivers as well as other tributaries.

Continued snowmelt combined with additional rainfall is expected to cause the Black River at Watertown to reach minor flood stage, then possibly remain there right through this weekend.

A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for Jefferson, Lewis, and Oswego counties from 11AM Friday through 2PM Saturday. Widespread snow will move across western and north-central NY with the greatest amounts east of Lake Ontario, especially on the Tug Hill Plateau.

South-southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. Winds become southwest Friday afternoon. The strongest winds will be near Lake Erie. Wind gusts of 40+ mph will be common across the remainder of the area.

Strong winds can create hazardous waves which can capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, or alter course.