In effect from Thursday, Apr 02 2026 4:58 AM - Thursday, Apr 02 2026 10:45 PM
Issued by NWS Buffalo NY
What:
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues along the
Salmon River.
Where:
A portion of central New York, including the following
county, Oswego.
When:
Until 1045 PM EDT Thursday.
Impacts:
Minor flooding in low-lying areas along the Salmon River
will continue today. Fisherman should avoid the river with high
flows creating dangerous conditions.
Additional Details:
- At 454 AM EDT, gauge reports indicated high flows on the
Salmon River resulting from recent heavy rainfall and
snowmelt from the Tug Hill Plateau. Water releases will
continue from the Salmon River Reservoir through at least
today.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Areas along the Salmon River from Altmar downstream through
Pulaski to the mouth at Lake Ontario.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instructions: Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
